Folinic Acid

Why You Need It

• Immediate Energy Boost: It helps convert food into fuel more efficiently.
• Brain Health: Essential for producing neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine.
• Cellular Repair: Crucial for making and repairing DNA.
• Detoxification: Helps your body process and eliminate toxins.

Deep Dive

Folinic Acid is a powerhouse for your metabolism. It works alongside Vitamin B12 to create methionine, an amino acid critical for heart health and liver function. Because it bypasses the rate-limiting enzyme in the folate cycle (MTHFR), it is often recommended for individuals with MTHFR gene mutations who struggle to process standard supplements. It is also widely used to mitigate the side effects of certain medications (like Methotrexate) by helping healthy cells recover. It supports the nervous system, promotes healthy red blood cell formation, and ensures your cells are dividing correctly.

Natural Food Sources

While synthetic folate is common in processed foods, natural folate is found in whole foods. Folinic acid is chemically similar to the folate naturally found in these foods.

Supplementation

Dietary folate is generally safe. However, for supplements:

• Typical Dosage: 400–800 mcg daily is common for general health. Higher doses are used therapeutically under medical guidance.
• Who Should Take It? People with MTHFR mutations, those taking methotrexate, or individuals seeking a more bioavailable form of folate than standard folic acid.