The DNA construction crew.
Effective Dose
400mcg
Onset
Days
Cost
Budget
Cycle
As needed
7 things you need to know
What it does
The DNA construction crew.
Worth it?
10/10. Critical for preventing birth defects.
How much to take
400mcg
Price
Cheap (under $15/month)
How fast it works
Builds up over days to weeks
Safety
Safe for most people at recommended doses
What people say
None immediately.
VITAMIN
"None immediately."
Research backing for this ingredient
Multiple high-quality studies confirm efficacy
450+
Yes
Strong agreement among researchers
Prevents Neural Tube Defects (NTDs) in pregnancy
Cochrane Review of 5 large RCTs (n=6,105)
Reduces Homocysteine levels
Meta-analysis of 26 RCTs (n=16,758)
Adjunctive treatment for depression
Systematic Review of 4 RCTs
"Critical for preventing birth defects."
Critical for 3D printing new cells. Pregnant women need heaps of it.
Products below minimum dose are likely ineffective
When
Any time
How
400mcg
Food
With or without food
Effects build over days to weeks
As needed
Check for specific interactions.
Folate is categorized as a vitamin.
Scientific consensus score: 10/10.
Evidence quality: STRONG.
Add Folate to your stack analyzer or compare it with other ingredients.
Not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider.