The Truth About Folic Acid: MTHFR, Prenatals & What to Take Instead | Dr. Ben Lynch

About this episode

Courtney Swan and Dr. Ben Lynch discuss the complexities of methylation, folate, and folic acid, particularly in relation to health and pregnancy.

298: I’m joined by Dr. Ben Lynch to unpack a topic that’s widely misunderstood when it comes to health, anxiety, and pregnancy: methylation and the role of folate vs. folic acid. We talk about MTHFR, why some people feel worse on certain supplements, and how common prenatal advice may not work for everyone. This episode explores how to better support your body, your brain, and your future health by understanding what you’re actually taking and why it matters. Topics Discussed: → MTHFR & Methylation → Folic Acid vs. Folate → Vitamins & Anxiety → Prenatal Vitamins → Pregnancy & Baby Development → Brain Health → Lifestyle & Environmental Factors Sponsored By: → Our Place | Stop cooking with toxic cookware, and upgrade to Our Place today. Visit https://fromourplace.com/REALFOODOLOGY and use code REALFOODOLOGY for 10% off sitewide. With a hundred-day risk-free trial, free shipping and returns, you can experience this game-changing cookware with zero risk. → Just Thrive | Get your health in check and save 20% on your first order at https://justthrivehealth.com/REALFOODOLOGY → Manukora | Head to https://manukora.com/REALFOODOLOGY to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the…

People in this episode

Host: Courtney Swan

Guest: Dr. Ben Lynch

Topics covered

• MTHFR
• Methylation
• Folic Acid vs. Folate
• Prenatal Vitamins
• Pregnancy & Baby Development
• Brain Health
• Lifestyle & Environmental Factors

Keywords

• MTHFR
• Folic Acid
• Folate
• Prenatal Vitamins
• Methylation
• Anxiety
• Brain Health

Sponsors

Our Place, Just Thrive, Manukora, Timeline

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cowboy Colostrum

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