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Folate 5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid 800 mcg

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  • Folate: 800mg is 800.0× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (1.0mg)
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What the Evidence Says

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5-Methyltetrahydrofolic acid is a bioactive form of folate used to support cellular health and homocysteine levels, with strong evidence for its role in neural tube defect prevention. However, the low evidence coverage for this specific formulation and a safety score of 60 suggest potential concerns regarding purity or long-term tolerability.

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Safety Alerts

Folate: 800mg is 800.0× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (1.0mg)

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This product received a low safety score because the amount of folate exceeds the recommended tolerable upper intake level. This indicates the dosage is higher than what is generally considered safe for daily consumption.

Label

Product Label

Label for Folate 5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid 800 mcg
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Label Data

1 Veggie Capsule(s)
Serving Size
Vitamin
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

800 mcg DFE (200% DV)
Exceeds UL by 800.0× (UL: 1.0 mg) 226 studies (A:10, B:105)

Other Ingredients

Brown Rice Flour Hypromellose Magnesium Stearate
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified All Other
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take one veggie capsule per day with water.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: For adults only.

Consult your physician before using this or any product if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if seal is broken.

Additional Information

Store in a cool, dry place.

Cellular health 800 mcg per capsule

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 87614 02714 2
DSLD Entry Date2019-06-24
Product TypeVitamin
FormCapsule
BrandSwanson
DSLD ID203766
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

363
Research Sources
57
Avg Quality
187
Meta Analysis
56
Systematic Review
54
Rct
29
Guideline
26
Clinical Trial
6
Cochrane Review
2
Regulatory Source
1
Other
1
Openfda Safety
A Homocysteine-lowering interventions for preventing cardiovascular events
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2017 PubMed DOI
A Community-based intervention packages for reducing maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality and improving neonatal outcomes
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015 PubMed DOI
A Folate Intake and Risk of Pancreatic Cancer: A Systematic Review and Updated Meta-Analysis of Epidemiological Studies
Meta Analysis Digestive diseases and sciences 2021 PubMed DOI
A The Association Between the Risk of Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy and Folic Acid: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Meta Analysis Journal of pharmacy & pharmaceutical sciences : a publication of the Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Societe canadienne des sciences pharmaceutiques 2021 PubMed DOI
A A Comparative Study Evaluating the Effectiveness of Folate-Based B Vitamin Intervention on Cognitive Function of Older Adults under Mandatory Folic Acid Fortification Policy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Meta Analysis Nutrients 2024 PubMed DOI
A Associations between serum Homocysteine, vitamin B9, and vitamin B12 levels and the formation of intracranial Aneurysms: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Journal of clinical neuroscience : official journal of the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia 2025 PubMed DOI
A Intake of vitamin B6, folate, and vitamin B12 and risk of coronary heart disease: a systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies
Meta Analysis Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2019 PubMed DOI
A Beneficial effects of folic acid supplementation on lipid markers in adults: A GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of data from 21,787 participants in 34 randomized controlled trials
Meta Analysis Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2022 PubMed DOI
A Folic acid supplementation and blood pressure: a GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of 41,633 participants
Meta Analysis Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2023 PubMed DOI
A Digital tracking, provider decision support systems, and targeted client communication via mobile devices to improve primary health care
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2025 PubMed DOI
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