Complete Guide to Women's Supplements: Genetic Differences in Folate, Iron, and Calcium
Folate and iron are often discussed together, but they play different roles in the body, and the forms and priorities for supplementing them differ as well. Add the differences in utilization associated with genes such as MTHFR, HFE, and VDR, and the conditions for converting and using the same folate or iron differ from woman to woman. This article first explains how the two differ, then how to prioritize folate, iron, and calcium in women’s supplements at different life stages.