Folate vs B12
Evidence-based comparison of Folate and B12 — absorption, dosage, safety, and which is best for your needs.
Folate
Serotonin modulation: Influences serotonin synthesis; Dopamine modulation: Influences dopamine synthesis or receptor act
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Mitochondrial support: Enhances mitochondrial efficiency and biogenesis; Serotonin modulation: Influences serotonin synt
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| Folate | B12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Vitamin | Vitamin |
| Mechanism | Serotonin modulation: Influences serotonin synthesis; Dopamine modulation: Influences dopamine synthesis or receptor act | Mitochondrial support: Enhances mitochondrial efficiency and biogenesis; Serotonin modulation: Influences serotonin synt |
| Safety | Folate that is naturally present in food and beverages is not harmful. However, you should not consume folate in supplements or fortified foods and be | Vitamin B12 has not been shown to cause any harm, even at high doses. |
Which Should You Choose?
Folate may be better if: Serotonin modulation: Influences serotonin synthesis; Dopamine modulation: Influences dopamine synthesis or receptor activity; Homocysteine reduction:
B12 may be better if: Mitochondrial support: Enhances mitochondrial efficiency and biogenesis; Serotonin modulation: Influences serotonin synthesis; Homocysteine reduction: