Can You Take Catechin with Folate?

MODERATE INTERACTION

Catechin may reduce Folate effectiveness

3 studies

Moderate evidence

Reduced Folate bioavailability

MODERATE INTERACTION

Catechin may reduce Folate effectiveness

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3 studies

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Moderate evidence

Reduced Folate bioavailability

Detailed Analysis

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Taking Catechin and Folate together may decrease Folate's effectiveness. Catechin, found in tea, can interfere with Folate absorption or metabolism. This interaction may be particularly concerning for pregnant women or individuals with specific nutritional needs. Catechin, an antioxidant found in tea, can interfere with folate absorption or metabolism by reducing its bioavailability. This may lead to decreased levels of Folate in the body, potentially impacting its intended benefits. The biochemical process involves Catechin's ability to alter the activity of enzymes involved in Folate metabolism.

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Optimal Timing

100%

Early Morning

6:00 – 7:30 AM

Catechin

Morning

8:00 – 10:00 AM

FolateTake with a meal

Related Interactions

Research Sources (3)

Nutrients in folate-mediated, one-carbon metabolism and the risk of rectal tumors in men and women.

Nutrition and cancer · 2011 · PMID: 21462086

Maternal tea consumption during early pregnancy and the risk of spina bifida.

Birth defects research. Part A, Clinical and molecular teratology · 2012 · PMID: 22641606

Papers from the 7th International Neural Tube Defects Conference.

Birth defects research. Part A, Clinical and molecular teratology · 2012 · PMID: 23024064

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