Folic Acid - Substances that Enhance

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This section outlines other nutrients and substances that enhance the function, production or absorption of Folic Acid.

 

These Substances may Enhance the Function of Folic Acid

Alkaloids

 Betaine (Betaine Hydrochloride form only) may facilitate the absorption of Folic Acid.  [1]

 

Amino Acids

 Glutamic Acidis an essential component of Folic Acid.  [2]

 Methionine deficiency causes Folic Acid to be trapped within the Liver, and rendered unavailable.

 Serine may enhance the function of Folic Acid - it is an essential cofactor for the conversion of the Tetrahydrofolate (THF) form of Folic Acid to the Methyl Tetrahydrofolate (Me-THF) form of Folic Acid (as required for the SAM Cycle).  [3]

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