5-MTHF is the most stable, safe and bioeffective, active form of folate or ‘folic acid.’ An adequate intake of folate is essential for normal maternal tissue growth during pregnancy, normal blood formation and normal psychological function.

Folate is a water-soluble B vitamin that occurs naturally in food, such as leafy green vegetables, citrus fruits, dried beans, and peas.

L-5-methylfolate (5-MTHF) requires no additional metabolic steps to be used by the body, it is easily absorbed and used by cells.