Holistic Pregnancy

← Holistic Pregnancy7 Apr · 47 min

Folate, MTHFR & Prenatal Health | with Dr. Eric Ciappio & Lauren Eisen

Folate, MTHFR & Prenatal Health | with Dr. Eric Ciappio & Lauren Eisen7 Apr47 min

Folate is one of the most talked about nutrients in pregnancy, but also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we break down what folate actually does, why the form matters, and how it impacts methylation and your baby’s development. I’m joined by Dr. Eric Ciappio and Lauren Eisen from Balchem, the company behind Optifolin+®. We talk through folate vs. folic acid, what MTHFR actually means, and why so many women feel confused when choosing a prenatal. We also cover how to think about...