Intrinsi B12/Folate by Metagenics – Heart and Nervous System Support
Intrinsi B12/Folate combines two complementary B vitamins with intrinsic factor in a convenient daily tablet. This focused vitamin B12 and folate supplement supplies methylcobalamin and calcium L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate rather than a broad collection of vitamins and minerals. It supports the nutritional foundations of normal cell growth, cardiovascular health, and nervous system function. The 60-tablet and 180-tablet options offer the same per-tablet formula, allowing you to choose a container size that fits your practitioner-guided routine.*
Key Intrinsi B12/Folate Benefits
- Nervous system support: Vitamin B12 helps maintain normal nerve function, while folate contributes to the cellular processes that support healthy tissues.*
- Cardiovascular health support: B12 and folate work together in the normal metabolism of homocysteine, an amino acid intermediate involved in everyday cellular chemistry.*
- Cellular health support: These essential nutrients participate in the pathways needed for DNA production and normal cell growth, making adequate intake important throughout adult life.*
How Intrinsi B12/Folate Works
Folate and vitamin B12 cooperate in one-carbon metabolism, the network of reactions that transfers small chemical units between molecules. Within this network, they help recycle homocysteine to methionine and contribute to normal methylation processes. This is nutritional support for ordinary cell function, not a stimulant effect. Intrinsic factor is a protein involved in the body's normal intestinal uptake of vitamin B12. Its inclusion gives this formula a different composition from a simple two-vitamin tablet; individual absorption needs still deserve professional assessment.*
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Folate: Supplied as calcium L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate, a reduced folate form that participates in normal one-carbon metabolism and methylation support.*
- Methylcobalamin vitamin B12: This B12 form serves as a cofactor in the conversion of homocysteine to methionine, complementing folate's role in the same pathway.*
- Intrinsic factor: A B12-binding protein included alongside the vitamins for a formulation centered on nutrient uptake and utilization.*
The focused ingredient list makes it easier to review your B12 and folate intake separately from a multivitamin. It does not remove the need to compare overlapping supplements or to investigate persistent changes in energy, sensation, or concentration with a healthcare practitioner.
Intrinsi B12/Folate Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking targeted B12 and folate nutritional support rather than a full B-complex formula.
- People whose practitioner recommends a daily B12 tablet with methylfolate as part of an individualized nutrition plan.
- Adults who want a simple, one-tablet routine to complement balanced meals and ongoing cardiovascular and nervous system wellness.*
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Recommendation: Take one tablet daily or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Serving Size: 1 Tablet
Servings Per Container: 60 or 180, depending on selected size
Folate (as calcium L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) ... 1,330 mcg DFE
Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) ... 500 mcg
Intrinsic Factor ... 20 mg **
**Daily Value not established.
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, cellulose, stearic acid (vegetable), and croscarmellose sodium.
This product is non-GMO and gluten-free.
Storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place.
Frequently Asked Questions About Intrinsi B12/Folate
What are the benefits of Intrinsi B12/Folate?
Intrinsi B12/Folate provides targeted nutritional support for normal nervous system function, cardiovascular health, and cellular growth. B12 and folate cooperate in everyday metabolic pathways, including the recycling of homocysteine to methionine. The formula pairs methylcobalamin with calcium L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate and intrinsic factor in one daily tablet. Its purpose is to support adequate nutrient intake; it is not a promise of an immediate energy boost or improved memory for everyone who takes it.*
Who should consider Intrinsi B12/Folate?
Adults whose healthcare practitioner recommends additional B12 and folate may find this focused formula useful. It may suit someone who wants these particular nutrients without choosing a broad multivitamin or complete B-complex. Review your existing supplements first, because many already contain one or both vitamins. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or managing a health condition, ask your practitioner to assess the dose and ingredient list. Do not assume this is a complete prenatal formula.
Can Intrinsi B12/Folate cause side effects?
Individual tolerance varies, and a vitamin supplement is not automatically appropriate for everyone. Digestive discomfort or sensitivity to an ingredient can occur; stop use and contact your healthcare practitioner if a new or concerning reaction develops. Have your practitioner or pharmacist review prescription medicines and other supplements before combining them with this product. Follow the recommended one-tablet daily directions unless your practitioner advises otherwise, and keep the bottle out of the reach of children.
How does Intrinsi B12/Folate fit into overall wellness support?
Use this product as one part of a broader routine that includes balanced meals, regular activity, adequate sleep, and individualized healthcare. VitaminScript access begins with a consultation and the clinic's account/access-code process, not a public direct-buy pathway. It supplies selected nutrients rather than replacing the variety of vitamins, minerals, protein, and other components provided by food. A practitioner can help decide whether ongoing B12 and folate supplementation fits your diet and needs. Persistent symptoms or suspected absorption problems call for evaluation rather than simply increasing the number of tablets you take.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.