Why take a B12 and folate supplement?

The combination of vitamin B12 and folate has many benefits to your health. Folate supports red blood production and vascular, cognitive and DNA health, while B12 supports nerve cell growth and heart health.

How much B12 and folate should you take?

As with any supplement, you should always follow label instructions to ensure you are taking nutrients as intended. Read the label carefully and only take supplements as directed.

What is the difference between B12 and B12 folate?

B12 and folate are a combination of two forms of vitamin B, whereas vitamin B12 is a standalone form of vitamin B. You can find B12 in singular formulas, but it is also combined with folate, either in a dual-action supplement or B-complex.

Does B12 affect bowel movements?

There is some evidence that B12 deficiency can impact the digestive tract. This is why it’s so important to make sure you’re getting enough of this vitamin to avoid deficiency.

What happens to your body when you take vitamin B12 every day?

Taking vitamin B12 is a great way to support your body and health. Vitamin B12 supports brain health and cognition, homocysteine levels within a normal range and even supports nerve cell growth and metabolism.

ASIN	B019YGJLNM
Age Range Description	Adult
Allergen Information	Gluten Free
Best Sellers Rank	#17,570 in Health ( See Top 100 in Health ) #205 in Vitamin B Supplements #507 in Multivitamins Nutritional Supplements
Brand	Life Extension
Brand Name	Life Extension
Color	green
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 3,418 Reviews
Diet Type	Vegetarian
Diet type	Vegetarian
Dosage Form	Capsule
Flavor	Unflavored
Flavour	Unflavored
Item Dimensions	5.7 x 5.7 x 9.5 centimeters
Item Form	Capsule
Item Weight	0.08 Pounds
Item form	Capsule
Manufacturer	Life Extension
Material Type Free	en_AE
Model Name	1842
Number of Items	90
Primary Supplement Type	Folate
Primary supplement type	Folate
Product Benefits	Nerve Health Support
Product benefits	Nerve Health Support
Special Ingredients	Folate (as L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate calcium salt)
Specific Uses For Product	Heart
Supplement Formulation	Multi-Supplement
UPC	737870184294
Unit Count	90.0 Count

Life Extension Folate & Vitamin B12, 90 Vegetarian Capsules

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