• Is it better to take folate or folic acid when pregnant?

I am a 28 year old female. I want to know if it is better to take folate or folic acid when pregnant?

1 Answer

  • OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)
  • Lewisville, TX

Some patients may have a gene mutation that may not metabolize the folic acid. It is called MTHFR gene mutation. Those patients are highly recommended to take folate.

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