Folate injections are a great bioavailable way to boost and restore healthy folate levels, improving overall energy, mood, and health. If you are looking to increase your folate intake, give us a quick call to boost a quick 10 minute drop in session.
Each vitamin B9 folate injection contains 5mg and is £35.
Signs & Symptoms of a Folate Deficiency
Signs and symptoms of a vitamin B9 deficiency can be:
Fatigue and Weakness: Due to insufficient red blood cell production, the body struggles to carry oxygen effectively.
Pale Skin: A result of reduced red blood cell levels.
Irritability and Behavioral Changes: Cognitive disturbances, memory issues, or mood swings can occur.
Shortness of Breath: Anemia can lead to difficulty in breathing or a general feeling of weakness.
Digestive Issues: Diarrhea, loss of appetite, or unexplained weight loss.
How Many Vitamin B9 Injections Are Required?
The number of folate injections required depends on your health goals and if you have a deficiency. Typically, you may need monthly or weekly injections for maxima results.
Benefits of Folate Injections
A folate injection provides a direct supply of this B vitamin directly into the blood stream, this bypasses the gut and allows for maximum absorption. The benefits of a folate injection include:
Immune system support: Folate contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system.
Reduction of tiredness and fatigue: Folate helps reduce feelings of tiredness and fatigue.
Prevention of Anemia: Folate contributes to normal blood formation and is essential for the production of red blood cells. Deficiency can lead to megaloblastic anemia, characterized by fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath.
Supports Pregnancy: Folate contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy and is used in preventing neural tube defects in the developing foetus, making it a must for pregnant or trying-to-conceive individuals.
Improved Cognitive Function: Folate contributes to normal psychological function and plays a role in brain health.
Heart Health: Folate contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism, helping to maintain cardiovascular health.
Cell Growth and Repair: Folate contributes to normal amino acid synthesis. It supports tissue growth and cell function.
Who Would Need Folate Injections?
Those Looking to Support Energy Levels: Folate can contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Pregnant Women or Women Trying to Conceive: Folate is essential for foetal development an maternal tissue growth. In the diet many women consume "folic acid" which is not a form of folate that is bioavailable. It is important for conceiving women to consume folate and injections can offer the most bioavailable form.
People with Malabsorption Issues: Conditions like Crohn’s disease, celiac disease, or those who’ve had gastric surgery may struggle to absorb folate from food and so can benefit from a folate injection.
Individuals with Chronic Anemia: Folate injections can be beneficial for those who cannot correct anemia through oral supplements or diet.
Older Adults: As absorption decreases with age, older adults may need folate injections to maintain healthy levels.
Individuals on Certain Medications: Some medications, such as anticonvulsants and methotrexate, can interfere with folate metabolism.
