Folate Dosage — What 5 Experts Recommend

Consensus Protocol

Dosage

400-800mcg 5-MTHF daily
higher for MTHFR variants

Form

5-MTHF (methylfolate) preferred over folic acid
especially for MTHFR variants

Timing

With meals
part of B-vitamin complex

Expert Positions

Andrew Huberman

Recommends

Peter Attia

No Direct Coverage

Rhonda Patrick

Strongly Recommends

Bryan Johnson

No Direct Coverage

Mark Hyman

Strongly Recommends

What Each Expert Says

Andrew Huberman

Recommends

Discusses folate as critical for mitochondrial function and mental health. Notes B12 and folate deficiencies can cause neurological and psychiatric symptoms.

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