Active Folic Acid, 120 capsules

Innovative 4-in-1 formula for growth, development, blood formation and the nervous system

Active folic acid (folate) is an essential vitamin. It is vital for our physical and mental wellbeing, as well as for growth and cell division. Pregnant women in particular need this B vitamin to ensure their unborn child develops properly. Smokers and those with chronic illnesses also have an increased requirement.

Unfortunately, folate deficiency is generally widespread in our society. We are unable to absorb the vitamin from our diet effectively, as a large proportion (75 per cent) is indigestible. Furthermore, a further 60–95 % is lost during food preparation, meaning that, at best, we can only utilise 40 % of the folate we consume.

This combination supplement is particularly well suited to addressing a folate deficiency, as it also contains vitamins B6 and B12 .

This combination supplement contains exclusively the patented Quatrefolic^®. It is the highest-quality folate on the market and has the highest bioavailability of all forms of folic acid. Unlike folic acid, it is already metabolically active and can be utilised by our metabolism immediately and without any further conversion steps.^{Quatrefolic®} therefore works much faster and more effectively than typical folic acid supplements.

Vitamin B6 in the form of pyridoxal-5-phosphate is up to 10 times more effective than simple pyridoxine, as it is metabolised directly without the need for conversion processes in the liver. This is particularly beneficial for the 20 per cent of the population who absorb vitamin B6 from food poorly or not at all, or who are unable to convert it into its biologically active form (e.g. in cases of zinc deficiency).

Vitamin B12 is present in its natural, bioactive forms methylcobalamin and adenosylcobalamin, because they perform different functions in our bodies:

Methylcobalaminis the most common form of vitamin B12 in the blood and brain. It is involved in the reactivation of folate, helps break down homocysteine and is a building block of S-adenosylmethionine (SAM), which, for example, regulates the formation of neurotransmitters.

Adenosylcobalamin, on the other hand, is primarily found in the body’s tissues and is important for energy production. It is involved in the formation of important amino acids and hormones .

Nutritional properties

• Folate contributes to the growth of maternal tissue during pregnancy and to normal amino acid synthesis . It plays a role in cell division.
• Folate contributes to normal blood formation and to normal homocysteine metabolism.
• Folate contributes to normal psychological function and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
• Vitamin B12 contributes to normal energy metabolism and plays a role in cell division.
• Vitamin B12 contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system and to normal mental function.
• Vitamin B12 and folic acid contribute to normal homocysteine metabolism and help reduce tiredness and fatigue.
• Vitamin B12 and vitamin B6 contribute to the normal formation of red blood cells and, like folic acid, contribute to the normal functioning of the immune system.
• Vitamin B6 contributes to normal cysteine synthesis and to normal energy metabolism.
• Vitamin B6 contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system and to normal psychological function, as well as to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
• Vitamin B6 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism as well as to normal protein and glycogen metabolism.
• Vitamin B6 contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity.

Nutrition declaration

*Reference value according to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011

Ingredients

Cellulose (filler), hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (vegetarian capsule); vitamins.

Recommended intake

1 EMBO-CAPS® daily with meals.

Manufacturer’s note

Not suitable for children under 10 years of age.

Storage instructions

Store in a cool, dry place away from light (not in the fridge).

Legal information

Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of young children.