Folic Acid Activators
Folic acid, also known as Vitamin B9, is a synthetic form of folate, a water-soluble B vitamin that is crucial for various bodily functions. Folic acid is used in dietary supplements and food fortification because it is more stable than naturally occurring folates found in food. In the body, folic acid is converted into tetrahydrofolate (THF), the active form of folate, which is essential for several metabolic processes.One of the primary roles of folic acid is in the synthesis and repair of DNA and RNA, making it vital for cell division and growth. This function is particularly crucial during periods of rapid growth, such as pregnancy and infancy. Folic acid is also essential for the synthesis of certain amino acids and the formation of red blood cells, thereby playing a key role in targeting anemia.
Folic acid supplementation is well-known for its importance in pregnancy. Adequate levels of folic acid before conception and during early pregnancy significantly reduce the risk of neural tube defects (NTDs) in newborns, such as spina bifida and anencephaly. Due to this, many health authorities recommend that women of childbearing age take folic acid supplements and consume fortified foods.In addition to its role in pregnancy and fetal development, folic acid is also involved in homocysteine metabolism. Elevated levels of homocysteine are a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, and folic acid helps to regulate homocysteine levels, reducing these risks.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Vitamin B12 | 68-19-9 | sc-296695 sc-296695A sc-296695B sc-296695C sc-296695D sc-296695E | 100 mg 1 g 5 g 25 g 100 g 1 kg | $60.00 $90.00 $325.00 $1155.00 $3851.00 $10056.00 | 2 | |
Vitamin B12 works synergistically with folic acid in DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation, enhancing the effects of folic acid in these processes. | ||||||
Choline chloride | 67-48-1 | sc-207430 sc-207430A sc-207430B | 10 mg 5 g 50 g | $33.00 $37.00 $52.00 | 1 | |
Choline, involved in methylation processes, can complement folic acid's role in homocysteine metabolism and DNA synthesis. | ||||||
Betaine | 107-43-7 | sc-214595 sc-214595A sc-214595B sc-214595C sc-214595D sc-214595E | 50 g 100 g 250 g 1 kg 2.5 kg 5 kg | $31.00 $41.00 $56.00 $163.00 $337.00 $592.00 | 2 | |
Betaine acts as a methyl donor in the conversion of homocysteine to methionine, a process in which folic acid is also involved. | ||||||
DL-Methionine | 59-51-8 | sc-397777 | 100 g | $45.00 | ||
Methionine, an essential amino acid, works in conjunction with folic acid in various methylation processes, including DNA methylation. | ||||||
Ademetionine | 29908-03-0 | sc-278677 sc-278677A | 100 mg 1 g | $184.00 $668.00 | 2 | |
SAMe, a key methyl group donor, works in metabolic pathways alongside folic acid, particularly in methylation reactions. | ||||||
Riboflavin | 83-88-5 | sc-205906 sc-205906A sc-205906B | 25 g 100 g 1 kg | $41.00 $112.00 $525.00 | 3 | |
Riboflavin is important for the metabolism of folic acid and can enhance its utilization in the body. | ||||||
Zinc | 7440-66-6 | sc-213177 | 100 g | $48.00 | ||
Zinc plays a role in DNA synthesis and cell division, processes in which folic acid is also crucial; zinc may enhance folic acid's effectiveness in these roles. | ||||||
Iron | 7439-89-6 | sc-215190 sc-215190A | 500 g 2 kg | $69.00 $180.00 | ||
Iron is essential for red blood cell formation, a process in which folic acid also plays a significant role, potentially enhancing its effectiveness. | ||||||
Copper | 7440-50-8 | sc-211129 | 100 g | $51.00 | ||
Copper, involved in iron metabolism and antioxidant defense, can complement folic acid's role in hemoglobin synthesis. | ||||||
Selenium | 7782-49-2 | sc-250973 | 50 g | $62.00 | 1 | |
Selenium, an antioxidant, can work alongside folic acid to support overall cellular health and protection against oxidative stress. | ||||||