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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 3 Researches
7
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 40 Reviews
7.8
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Folate (400 mcg as (6S)-5-MTHF [(6S)-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Glucosamine Salt)
680 mcg DFE‡
170%
Top Medical Research Studies
8
We explored the impact of folic acid combined with ferrous bisglycinate on nausea in pregnant women facing iron deficiency. In a controlled trial involving 120 participants, we discovered that the group taking ferrous bisglycinate with folinic acid reported significantly fewer instances of nausea and other discomforts compared to those receiving a standard iron supplement.
Both groups saw improvements in iron status and related blood markers over six months, but our findings clearly indicated that the test group had a more tolerable experience. Folic acid may play a vital role in making iron supplementation easier for pregnant women.
Both groups saw improvements in iron status and related blood markers over six months, but our findings clearly indicated that the test group had a more tolerable experience. Folic acid may play a vital role in making iron supplementation easier for pregnant women.
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8
We set out to explore how a telephonic intervention could improve adherence to iron and folic acid supplements among pregnant women suffering from anemia. This study involved 286 participants who received phone reminders and messages for one month.
The results showed that the intervention significantly boosted adherence, tripling participation in the experimental group compared to a slight increase in the control group. Moreover, the telephonic support also helped reduce side effects and improved hemoglobin levels. Overall, the findings suggest that incorporating phone calls can support better health outcomes for pregnant women.
The results showed that the intervention significantly boosted adherence, tripling participation in the experimental group compared to a slight increase in the control group. Moreover, the telephonic support also helped reduce side effects and improved hemoglobin levels. Overall, the findings suggest that incorporating phone calls can support better health outcomes for pregnant women.
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5
Nutrient types largely unaffected symptoms
We investigated the effects of different nutrient supplements on nausea and other illness symptoms in pregnant and postpartum women in Ghana and Malawi. Over the study period, we compared the health of mothers receiving iron and folic acid, multiple micronutrients, and small-quantity lipid-based nutrient supplements.
While most symptoms remained similar across groups, we found that in Ghana, vomiting was less common in the lipid-based nutrient group compared to the micronutrient group. However, nausea rates were highest among the lipid-based and micronutrient groups versus those taking iron and folic acid. Overall, the type of supplement didn’t significantly change women's experience of sickness during and after pregnancy.
While most symptoms remained similar across groups, we found that in Ghana, vomiting was less common in the lipid-based nutrient group compared to the micronutrient group. However, nausea rates were highest among the lipid-based and micronutrient groups versus those taking iron and folic acid. Overall, the type of supplement didn’t significantly change women's experience of sickness during and after pregnancy.
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Most Useful Reviews
10
Light on stomach
Excellent! It is very easy on the stomach, does not cause nausea, and the pill is small and simple to swallow. I liked the product 🤍
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9
Nausea avoided
On my doctor's advice, I took methylfolate during pregnancy as it is better absorbed than regular folic acid. The usual folic acid caused nausea, but this alternative worked brilliantly for me.
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9
No nausea reported
I take this during pregnancy to maintain my folic acid levels, as prescribed by my doctor. Having used Jarrow products before, I had no second thoughts. Good quality, no nausea after taking, and the capsules are small.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 3 Researches
7
- All Researches
8
We set out to explore how a telephonic intervention could improve adherence to iron and folic acid supplements among pregnant women suffering from anemia. This study involved 286 participants who received phone reminders and messages for one month.
The results showed that the intervention significantly boosted adherence, tripling participation in the experimental group compared to a slight increase in the control group. Moreover, the telephonic support also helped reduce side effects and improved hemoglobin levels. Overall, the findings suggest that incorporating phone calls can support better health outcomes for pregnant women.
The results showed that the intervention significantly boosted adherence, tripling participation in the experimental group compared to a slight increase in the control group. Moreover, the telephonic support also helped reduce side effects and improved hemoglobin levels. Overall, the findings suggest that incorporating phone calls can support better health outcomes for pregnant women.
Read More
8
We explored the impact of folic acid combined with ferrous bisglycinate on nausea in pregnant women facing iron deficiency. In a controlled trial involving 120 participants, we discovered that the group taking ferrous bisglycinate with folinic acid reported significantly fewer instances of nausea and other discomforts compared to those receiving a standard iron supplement.
Both groups saw improvements in iron status and related blood markers over six months, but our findings clearly indicated that the test group had a more tolerable experience. Folic acid may play a vital role in making iron supplementation easier for pregnant women.
Both groups saw improvements in iron status and related blood markers over six months, but our findings clearly indicated that the test group had a more tolerable experience. Folic acid may play a vital role in making iron supplementation easier for pregnant women.
Read More
5
Nutrient types largely unaffected symptoms
We investigated the effects of different nutrient supplements on nausea and other illness symptoms in pregnant and postpartum women in Ghana and Malawi. Over the study period, we compared the health of mothers receiving iron and folic acid, multiple micronutrients, and small-quantity lipid-based nutrient supplements.
While most symptoms remained similar across groups, we found that in Ghana, vomiting was less common in the lipid-based nutrient group compared to the micronutrient group. However, nausea rates were highest among the lipid-based and micronutrient groups versus those taking iron and folic acid. Overall, the type of supplement didn’t significantly change women's experience of sickness during and after pregnancy.
While most symptoms remained similar across groups, we found that in Ghana, vomiting was less common in the lipid-based nutrient group compared to the micronutrient group. However, nausea rates were highest among the lipid-based and micronutrient groups versus those taking iron and folic acid. Overall, the type of supplement didn’t significantly change women's experience of sickness during and after pregnancy.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 40 Reviews
7.8
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
10
Light on stomach
Excellent! It is very easy on the stomach, does not cause nausea, and the pill is small and simple to swallow. I liked the product 🤍
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9
Nausea avoided
On my doctor's advice, I took methylfolate during pregnancy as it is better absorbed than regular folic acid. The usual folic acid caused nausea, but this alternative worked brilliantly for me.
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9
No nausea reported
I take this during pregnancy to maintain my folic acid levels, as prescribed by my doctor. Having used Jarrow products before, I had no second thoughts. Good quality, no nausea after taking, and the capsules are small.
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9
Effective folate source
This is probably the best folate on iHerb, as it quickly raises levels and can be taken in the morning without causing nausea.
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9
Highly absorbable
Methylfolate in a highly absorbable form! I took it throughout my pregnancy and continue post-childbirth. The capsules are small, easy to swallow, and do not cause nausea.
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Frequently Asked Questions
9
Eases nausea
It helped me significantly during the early months of pregnancy. Despite experiencing nausea, it was gentle on my stomach with food, unlike other medicines which caused nausea.
9
Effective folate source
This is probably the best folate on iHerb, as it quickly raises levels and can be taken in the morning without causing nausea.
0
Severe nausea
1 people found this helpful
This supplement made me extremely nauseated. I tried them for a week, but unfortunately, the nausea did not subside.
9
Well tolerated medication
1 people found this helpful
Great Methyl Folate! It did not cause nausea like other medications I had tried before pregnancy. My first trimester went well, and I am grateful for this preparedness tool, taking 1 or 2 pills daily.
9
No nausea reported
I take this during pregnancy to maintain my folic acid levels, as prescribed by my doctor. Having used Jarrow products before, I had no second thoughts. Good quality, no nausea after taking, and the capsules are small.
0
Caused dizziness
I read that this supplement is better than normal, but it has caused me dizziness and nausea; I'm unsure why that is.
9
Nausea avoided
On my doctor's advice, I took methylfolate during pregnancy as it is better absorbed than regular folic acid. The usual folic acid caused nausea, but this alternative worked brilliantly for me.
4
Significant improvement
3 people found this helpful
My wife's folic acid levels were very low during her pregnancy, leading to headaches and nausea with her previous supplement. After discovering Jarrow's Methyl Folate, she has been taking it for a few months now, together with Methylcobalamin, and feels much better. Her skin and hair are healthier as well. Jarrow's formula allows for better absorption across the blood-brain barrier compared to traditional folic acid.
9
Light on the stomach
This is a great alternative to folic acid, being easy on the stomach and causing no nausea or cramps.
9
Highly absorbable
Methylfolate in a highly absorbable form! I took it throughout my pregnancy and continue post-childbirth. The capsules are small, easy to swallow, and do not cause nausea.
9
Highly absorbable
I bought these during pregnancy. The folate form is excellently absorbable and sufficient with just one capsule a day. They are small, easy to swallow, and do not cause nausea. I recommend them as my doctor approves of them too.
9
Easy to take
Great! I took this during pregnancy, and it’s fantastic as it doesn’t cause nausea. The tablets are small and easy to swallow; I highly recommend them.
9
No adverse reactions
The capsules are small and easy to swallow. I take them daily without experiencing nausea or any adverse reactions.
8
We explored the impact of folic acid combined with ferrous bisglycinate on nausea in pregnant women facing iron deficiency. In a controlled trial involving 120 participants, we discovered that the group taking ferrous bisglycinate with folinic acid reported significantly fewer instances of nausea and other discomforts compared to those receiving a standard iron supplement.
Both groups saw improvements in iron status and related blood markers over six months, but our findings clearly indicated that the test group had a more tolerable experience. Folic acid may play a vital role in making iron supplementation easier for pregnant women.
Both groups saw improvements in iron status and related blood markers over six months, but our findings clearly indicated that the test group had a more tolerable experience. Folic acid may play a vital role in making iron supplementation easier for pregnant women.
5
Nutrient types largely unaffected symptoms
We investigated the effects of different nutrient supplements on nausea and other illness symptoms in pregnant and postpartum women in Ghana and Malawi. Over the study period, we compared the health of mothers receiving iron and folic acid, multiple micronutrients, and small-quantity lipid-based nutrient supplements.
While most symptoms remained similar across groups, we found that in Ghana, vomiting was less common in the lipid-based nutrient group compared to the micronutrient group. However, nausea rates were highest among the lipid-based and micronutrient groups versus those taking iron and folic acid. Overall, the type of supplement didn’t significantly change women's experience of sickness during and after pregnancy.
While most symptoms remained similar across groups, we found that in Ghana, vomiting was less common in the lipid-based nutrient group compared to the micronutrient group. However, nausea rates were highest among the lipid-based and micronutrient groups versus those taking iron and folic acid. Overall, the type of supplement didn’t significantly change women's experience of sickness during and after pregnancy.
References
- Sharma S, Smitha MV, Balakrishnan D. Telephonic intervention to combat non-adherence to oral iron-folic acid supplementation in pregnancy: A randomized controlled trial. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol X. 2023;20:100235. 10.1016/j.eurox.2023.100235
- Adu-Afarwuah S, Arnold CD, Lartey A, Okronipa H, Maleta K, et al. Prevalence of morbidity symptoms among pregnant and postpartum women receiving different nutrient supplements in Ghana and Malawi: A secondary outcome analysis of two randomised controlled trials. Matern Child Nutr. 2023;19:e13501. 10.1111/mcn.13501
- Bumrungpert A, Pavadhgul P, Piromsawasdi T, Mozafari MR. Efficacy and Safety of Ferrous Bisglycinate and Folinic Acid in the Control of Iron Deficiency in Pregnant Women: A Randomized, Controlled Trial. Nutrients. 2022;14. 10.3390/nu14030452
