Methyl Folate (L-5-MTHF) 60t by Douglas Laboratories – Methylation Support with Active Folate
Methyl Folate tablets by Douglas Laboratories supply L-5-MTHF, a biologically active form of the B vitamin folate. Each tablet provides 1,000 mcg as Metafolin, supplying the form used directly in the body’s folate-dependent pathways rather than folic acid.
This single-nutrient formula offers targeted methylation support for adults who want supplemental folate in an active form.
Key Methyl Folate (L-5-MTHF) 60t Benefits
- Supports homocysteine metabolism by supplying the folate form involved in recycling this amino acid into methionine, working alongside vitamin B12.
- Provides folate for DNA synthesis and normal cell division, essential processes that help the body maintain and renew its tissues.
- Supports normal methylation reactions that transfer small chemical groups between molecules, helping cells carry out everyday metabolic tasks.
How Methyl Folate (L-5-MTHF) 60t Works
Folate helps transfer one-carbon units, small chemical building blocks that cells use for normal metabolism. L-5-MTHF donates one of these units in a vitamin B12-dependent step that converts homocysteine to methionine. Methionine then helps supply methyl groups for other cellular reactions. Folate pathways also supply the building blocks needed to make DNA. This active folate does not need the MTHFR conversion step that produces 5-MTHF from other folate forms.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Folate (as L-methylfolate, Metafolin®): Supports normal homocysteine recycling by donating a methyl group, a small chemical unit, in a reaction that also requires vitamin B12. This helps generate methionine for the body’s methylation reactions and connects folate metabolism with the pathways that supply DNA building blocks for normal cell renewal.
Methyl Folate (L-5-MTHF) 60t Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking a single-nutrient folate supplement in the L-5-MTHF form.
- Adults whose healthcare professional recommends supplemental folate for nutritional methylation support.
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 and Douglas Laboratories Supplements and Vitamins collections.
Recommendation: As a dietary supplement, adults take 1 tablet daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Serving Size: 1 Tablet
Servings Per Container: 60
Folate (as L-methylfolate, Metafolin®) ... 1,000 mcg
Metafolin® is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.
Other Ingredients: Cellulose, dicalcium phosphate, croscarmellose sodium, vegetable stearate and silica.
Does Not Contain: This product contains NO yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk/dairy, corn, sugar, starch, artificial preservatives, artificial flavoring, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
Storage: For optimal storage conditions, store in a cool, dry place. (59˚-77˚F/15˚-25˚C) (35-65% relative humidity)
Frequently Asked Questions About Methyl Folate (L-5-MTHF) 60t
What are the benefits of Methyl Folate (L-5-MTHF) 60t?
Methyl Folate supplies Metafolin, an active folate form that supports normal homocysteine metabolism and methylation. Folate also contributes to DNA synthesis and normal cell division. These are nutritional functions, not a promise of a particular health outcome.
Who should take Methyl Folate (L-5-MTHF) 60t?
This adult-use tablet is intended for people seeking supplemental folate as L-5-MTHF rather than folic acid. Each tablet supplies 1,000 mcg of folate. A healthcare professional can help assess your dietary intake, vitamin B12 status and whether this amount fits your needs.
Are there any side effects of taking Methyl Folate (L-5-MTHF) 60t?
The manufacturer’s product sheet states: Doses of 5 mg or higher per day can cause abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and rash. This is a higher-dose caution, not a guarantee that lower amounts are free of adverse effects. The label warns: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Tamper resistant package, do not use if outer seal is missing. Ask your prescriber before using this folate supplement with methotrexate, antiepileptic medicines or sulfasalazine because folate and these medicines can affect one another.
How does Methyl Folate (L-5-MTHF) 60t support overall health?
Metafolin provides a folate form used in the body’s one-carbon transfers: small chemical exchanges needed to recycle homocysteine, support methylation and make DNA building blocks. These processes contribute to normal cellular function. This is a single-nutrient folate supplement, not a replacement for vitamin B12 or a varied diet.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
