New study on folic acid in prenatal gummies - legit or biased?
Just read this study claiming that high doses of folic acid in prenatal gummies might not be as beneficial as we think, and could even have negative effects. Sounds like another attack on supplements to me. Thoughts?
I looked up the PMID you mentioned - it's a meta-analysis from a reputable journal. But remember, correlation isn't causation. The study might have confounders. Still, it's worth considering the bioavailability of folic acid vs. methylfolate. Many gummies use folic acid, but methylfolate is better absorbed. Always check the label.
I've been taking prenatal gummies with methylfolate for years, and my kids are fine. I think folic acid is outdated. But yeah, the supplement industry is full of biased studies - big pharma wants us to rely on their synthetic drugs instead. Trust nature, not labs!
As a nature photographer, I've seen how folate occurs naturally in leafy greens. Maybe it's better to eat real food than gummies? But I know cravings are real during pregnancy. Just make sure your gummies have natural ingredients, not just synthetic vitamins.
Good point, Elias. I always look for whole-food based gummies. But the study might be funded by companies selling prescription vitamins, so who knows? I'll take it with a grain of salt.