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How to increase folate levels?

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Palomb · 28/04/2016 11:57

I've recently been to the dr as I've been feeling really run down. I had a blood test which found I was aneamic so the doctor asked me to supplement my iron and have a re test in 6 weeks. When I went back the levels were worse - 9.9 HB and 9 folate. Needless to say I feel shit.

I've had a test for coeliac done and am awaiting the results but what can undo in the mean time? I'm taking 2 spatone a day as I can't tolerate the stuff the doctors prescribe. I'm fat but can't exercise as I feel so awful. I already eat a reasonable diet.

Any reccomendations?

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ButtonsAndBows · 28/04/2016 12:05

I am not sure exactly what folate is but I take 2 spatone a day in orange juice and also a 5000mg Jarrows b12 tablet which has been amazing.

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AveEldon · 28/04/2016 12:06

Take folic acid
The GP should be able to prescribe high dose tablets for you

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Palomb · 28/04/2016 13:57

I'm not sure what folate is either TBH! I do have a lot of folic acid though a ash is on mentor recite so I might nab some of his.

I carbs stomachs the high strength iron - it makes me nauseous :(

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Palomb · 28/04/2016 14:22

dh is on Methotrexate

Confused

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NanaNina · 29/04/2016 23:51

You can only get folic acid on prescription and your GP would have prescribed 5 mg tablets if necessary. They do sell it over the counter but it's in tiny doses and only for women trying to get pregnant.

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Palomb · 30/04/2016 08:51

Arebtherebrosjs to be associated with taking it at a higher dose then

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Palomb · 30/04/2016 08:53

Sorry about my atrocious typing my iPhone screen is shattered and I can't see half
The text.

Genius Bar tomorrow thank goodness.

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