Read the full episode + resources here:https://becomingnatural.com/folate-vs-folic-acid/Folate vs Folic Acid — Two names that sound the same, yet lead the body in very different directions. Today, we’re slowing down to understand why this matters, especially for women. Our bodies were designed to use folate — Vitamin B9 found in leafy greens, lentils, eggs, citrus, and liver. But most processed foods and many prenatal vitamins use folic acid, a synthetic form that must be converted before the body can use it. And for up to 40–60% of women, that conversion doesn’t happen efficiently.This episode explains what happens when folic acid builds up in the bloodstream, why methylation (your body’s “on/off switch”) matters for hormones, mood, detox, fertility, and nervous system health, and what to do if your body has been quietly struggling to keep up.This is not about panic, perfection, or pressure. It’s about recognizing that your body is brilliantly designed — and sometimes it simply needs nutrients in the form God originally created.We’ll explore:Folate vs folic acid (what’s the difference?)The MTHFR gene and why conversion mattersGentle ways to support methylation without overwhelmFoods rich in natural folate you can begin adding todayYou are not behind. Your body is not broken.Restoration is already happening.Share this with a friend who needs clarity and peace in her healing journey.❤️Hosted by Penelope SamplerNatural Wellness • Chronic Illness Journey • Faith & Wellness📩 Join the Email List🛒 My Trusted Resources Contains affiliate links. Thank you for supporting the show.📌 Note: I share what I’ve learned on my own journey — the things that have supported me in hard seasons. I offer personal experience, thoughtful research, and lots of encouragement. This podcast isn’t medical advice, and it shouldn’t replace care from a qualified professional. Always talk to someone you trust before making changes to your health routine.© Becoming Natural Podcast.

Folate vs Folic Acid: Recommended Nutrient Withheld that Women Need to Know

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