5-Methyl Folate 1000 mcg 90t by Protocol for Life – Methylation Support with Active Folate
5-Methyl Folate 1000 mcg tablets by Protocol for Life provide folate in its metabolically active 5-MTHF form, rather than folic acid. This 90-tablet formula uses Quatrefolic, a glucosamine salt of 5-methyltetrahydrofolate, for adults seeking targeted methylation support.
Folate is vitamin B9, a nutrient involved in moving small carbon units between molecules during everyday cellular work. Choosing a single-nutrient folate supplement lets you address folate intake without adding a complete multivitamin or a broader B-complex formula. Each tablet supplies 1,000 mcg of 5-MTHF, listed as 1,667 mcg dietary folate equivalents on the label. These are two ways of describing the same serving, not separate doses to add together.
Key 5-Methyl Folate 1000 mcg 90t Benefits
- Provides active folate, supplying the circulating 5-MTHF form used in folate-dependent cellular processes without first converting folic acid into this form.
- Supports normal homocysteine metabolism by contributing the methyl group needed to recycle homocysteine into methionine alongside vitamin B12.
- Contributes to folate nutrition for normal cell division, helping supply the one-carbon units used to build DNA components.
How 5-Methyl Folate 1000 mcg 90t Works
Vitamin B9 participates in a connected network of reactions called one-carbon metabolism. In one part of that network, 5-MTHF donates a small chemical unit called a methyl group. A vitamin B12-dependent enzyme uses that donation to turn homocysteine back into methionine, an amino acid the body uses in proteins and methyl-donor production.
Other folate forms within this network help make the building blocks of DNA. This is why folate nutrition matters to cells that regularly divide and renew. The formula supplies folate, but it does not supply vitamin B12 or replace assessment of B12 status. Its active form does not mean that every adult needs this strength or that more folate is always better.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Folate: Supplied as Quatrefolic 5-MTHF, this nutrient provides methyl groups for the B12-dependent recycling of homocysteine into methionine. That process connects folate intake with normal methylation. Folate metabolism also supports the production of DNA building blocks needed for cell division; adequate B12 remains important.
5-Methyl Folate 1000 mcg 90t Is Formulated For
- Adults whose practitioner recommends a focused 5-MTHF supplement rather than folic acid.
- People reviewing their total folate intake from individual supplements, B-complex products, and multivitamins before choosing a 1,000 mcg tablet.
Supplements support your health but do not replace a balanced diet. Always check with your healthcare practitioner if you have doubts about a new supplement. Or you may book a FREE product consultation with Holistic Health Partners, led by Carolyn Mulally BS, RN, HN-BC. You may also wish to explore our other Methylation Support Supplements, Cardiovascular Supplements, and Protocol For Life Supplements and Vitamins collections.
Recommendation: Take 1 tablet daily with a meal, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Serving Size: 1 Tablet
Servings Per Container: 90
Folate (from Quatrefolic (6S)-5-MTHF (Methyltetrahydrofolate), Glucosamine Salt) ... 1,667 mcg DFE
(6S)-5-MTHF ... 1,000 mcg
Quatrefolic is a registered trademark of Gnosis S.p.A. and protected by U.S. Patent 7,947,662.
Other Ingredients: Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Silica.
Does Not Contain: Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.
Frequently Asked Questions About 5-Methyl Folate 1000 mcg 90t
What are the benefits of 5-Methyl Folate 1000 mcg 90t?
This Protocol for Life formula supplies active folate for normal methylation, homocysteine metabolism, and the folate-dependent processes involved in cell division. Each tablet contains 1,000 mcg of 5-MTHF as Quatrefolic, expressed as 1,667 mcg dietary folate equivalents. It offers a focused folate option rather than a multivitamin. Folate works within a wider nutrient network, including vitamin B12, so this tablet should complement an appropriate nutrition plan rather than replace other needed nutrients.
Who should take 5-Methyl Folate 1000 mcg 90t?
This is an adults-only folate supplement for people whose healthcare practitioner recommends 5-MTHF at this strength. It can suit someone seeking a single-nutrient tablet instead of a broader B-complex. Check folate already present in your multivitamin before adding it. The label calls for physician consultation during pregnancy or nursing, with medication use, or with a medical condition, especially nutrient malabsorption. Older adults and people with impaired B12 absorption need particular attention to B12 status.
Are there any side effects of taking 5-Methyl Folate 1000 mcg 90t?
Individual tolerability varies; active folate does not remove the need to review medications and B12 status. The label cautions that high-dose folic acid may mask B12 deficiency and calls for frequent B12 checks in older adults and people with impaired absorption. Consult a physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, especially phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone, or methotrexate, or managing a medical condition, particularly nutrient malabsorption. This is for adults only. Keep it away from children and do not eat the freshness packet. The facility also processes the allergens listed in the cautions above.
How does 5-Methyl Folate 1000 mcg 90t support overall health?
Its contribution starts with folate's role in transferring one-carbon units for normal cellular functions. The 5-MTHF form supplies a methyl group used with vitamin B12 to recycle homocysteine into methionine. The connected folate network also supports DNA building-block production. These everyday nutritional roles explain the product's focus on active folate and methylation, not a promise of a noticeable change in energy or mood. Follow the labeled one-tablet-with-a-meal directions unless your practitioner directs otherwise.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
