{"product_id":"b12-folate-capsules","title":"Methylcobalamin B12 \u0026 Methylfolate, 1000µg Each | B12 and Folate | 90 Capsules","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuitable for vegetarians: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for vegans: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Metabolics B12 \u0026amp; Folate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin B12 and folate perform several important functions in the body including keeping the nervous system healthy. Folate works with vitamin B12 to produce red blood cells. Red blood cells are produced in the bone marrow and vast quantities are produced daily in order to replace the cells that are old and break down. Nutrients from food such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metabolics.com\/iron-phosphate-pot-of-90-capsules.html\"\u003eiron\u003c\/a\u003e, vitamin B12 and folate help ensure your bone marrow is able to produce a constant supply of these red blood cells. Good dietary sources of Vitamin B12 are meat, eggs and dairy products, whilst good dietary sources of folate include green vegetables such as broccoli, sprouts, and peas, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetabolics B12 \u0026amp; Folate contains \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metabolics.com\/vitamin-b12-methylcobalamin-pot-of-90-capsules.html\"\u003evitamin B12 as Methylcobalamin\u003c\/a\u003e (the activated form of vitamin B12), and folate as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metabolics.com\/methyltetrahydrofolate.html\"\u003ecalcium L-methyl folate\u003c\/a\u003e, one of the best and most bioavailable forms of folate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of these two ingredients contribute to normal psychological function, play a role in the process of cell division, support the normal function of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metabolics.com\/online-shop\/immune-support.html\"\u003eimmune system\u003c\/a\u003e and contribute to normal homocysteine metabolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Metabolics B12 and folate for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA deficiency in either one of these vitamins can cause a wide range of problems including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtreme tiredness and a lack of energy, pins and needles, mouth ulcers, muscle weakness, disturbed vision, problems with memory, and psychological problems, which may include depression and confusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA number of problems are known to lead to a vitamin B12 or folate deficiency. These include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePernicious anaemia, which is where the immune system attacks healthy cells in the stomach, preventing your body absorbing vitamin B12 from the food you eat. This is the most common cause of vitamin B12 deficiency in the UK.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiets lacking in vitamin B12 and folate - in particular vegan diets and those low in fresh fruit and vegetables are at risk of vitamin B12 and folate deficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertain medicines, such as anticonvulsants and proton pump inhibitors (PPis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertain conditions, such as Crohn’s disease, which causes inflammation in the gut, can sometimes result in the body not having enough B12, and IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), which can affect your digestive system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive urination may cause you to lose folate. This can be caused due to underlying conditions affecting your kidney, liver or other organs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is Metabolics B12 and folate for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone following a diet that is potentially lacking in vitamin B12 and folate or showing signs of being deficient in B12 and folate should supplement daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eB12 and folate deficiency is common in older people, affecting around 1 in 10 people aged 75 and older and 1 in 20 aged 65 to 74, according to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/vitamin-b12-or-folate-deficiency-anaemia\/\"\u003eNHS\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy use Metabolics B12 and folate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetabolics Vitamin B12 \u0026amp; Folate is formulated to help supplement your diet with the best, most bioavailable forms of Vitamin B12 and Folate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note the following warnings: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf pregnant or breast feeding, consult your health care practitioner before using. This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Recommended dose 1 capsule per day with food. The stated recommended dose can be changed as directed by your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metabolics.com\/blog\/how-are-your-supplements-made\/\"\u003eFood supplements made\u003c\/a\u003e to GMP standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metabolics.com\/video-production-tour\"\u003eclean room facility\u003c\/a\u003e, here in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metabolics.com\/metabolics-accreditations\"\u003eISO accredited\u003c\/a\u003e ISO:9001 and ISO:14001 accredited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metabolics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48071791018316,"sku":"B12FOL90C","price":28.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/6623\/0092\/files\/b12-and-folate-90-capsules-8397148.png?v=1771505939","url":"https:\/\/www.metabolics.com\/products\/b12-folate-capsules","provider":"Metabolics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}