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Folate (Vitamin B9) Elevated Homocysteine (Hyperhomocysteinemia)

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Consistently reduces homocysteine 20-30%. CSPPT: 21% stroke reduction in unfortified Chinese population. Research suggests less benefit in folic acid-fortified populations.

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結論

Consistently reduces homocysteine 20-30%. CSPPT: 21% stroke reduction in unfortified Chinese population. Research suggests less benefit in folic acid-fortified populations.

Key Study Findings

Review
Homocysteine, Nutrition, and Gut Microbiota: A Comprehensive Review of Current Evidence and Insights.
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: Homocysteine levels and related disease progression 効果: None None

対象集団: Individuals with hyperhomocysteinemia (review)

systematic review n=10429
Folic acid and autism: updated evidences.
Dose: varies across 52 included studies vs: Placebo 効果: improvements in communication, socialization, and behavior following folic acid interventions; no as None
Randomized Controlled Trial Double-blind
Relationships of B12 and Homocysteine with Outcomes in the SURE-PD, SURE-PD3, and STEADY-PDIII Trials.
Dose: Vitamin B12 (measured, not supplemented) vs: Within-trial comparison Outcome: B12/homocysteine association with PD outcomes 効果: None None

対象集団: Early Parkinson's disease patients

systematic review and meta-analysis
The effect of B-vitamins on the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases: a systematic review …
Dose: variable across included studies vs: Placebo 効果: folic acid significantly reduced carotid intima-media thickness; higher B6, B12, folate associated w not fully specified in abstrac
Case-Control
Maternal multivitamin supplementation mitigates the risk of fetal congenital heart disease associated with high indoor …
Dose: 30 g vs: None Outcome: None 効果: None None

対象集団: None

Review
Excess Folic Acid and Vitamin B12 Deficiency: Clinical Implications?
Dose: >5 mg/day vs: None Outcome: B12 deficiency exacerbation by excess folic acid 効果: None None

対象集団: Older adults and at-risk B12 deficient individuals

Key Statistics

30

研究数

30000

参加者数

Positive

B

グレード

Referenced Papers

Nutritional neuroscience 2025 9 件の引用
Food and nutrition … 2024 19 件の引用
Molecular and cellular … 2023 8 件の引用
Vitamins and hormones 2022 28 件の引用
Current nutrition reports 2022 25 件の引用
Tidsskrift for den … 2022
European journal of … 2021 60 件の引用
Medical hypotheses 2021 24 件の引用
European journal of … 2020 87 件の引用
International journal for … 2020 34 件の引用
Journal of nutritional … 2019 34 件の引用
Medical hypotheses 2019 15 件の引用
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Revista da Associacao … 2016 62 件の引用
Current opinion in … 2015 21 件の引用
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European review for … 2011 9 件の引用
The New England … 2006 47 件の引用
Journal of Alzheimer's … 2006 37 件の引用
Neurology India 2004 71 件の引用
Clinical chemistry 2004 40 件の引用
The Cochrane database … 2003 263 件の引用
International journal for … 2002 33 件の引用
Current atherosclerosis reports 2001 2 件の引用
The American journal … 2000 667 件の引用
The British journal … 2000 44 件の引用
Alternative medicine review … 1998 58 件の引用

Dosage & Usage

mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units

一般的な使用量

general:
400 mcg DFE/day
homocysteinereduction:
400-800 mcg/day folic acid (with B12 and B6)

上限量: 1,000 mcg/day folic acid from supplements

研究で検討された用量

用量 期間 効果 N
None -- Positive --
varies across 52 included studies -- Mixed 10429
Vitamin B12 (measured, not supplemented) -- Positive --
variable across included studies -- Positive --
30 g -- Positive --
>5 mg/day -- Negative --
Homocysteine, folate, B12 (measured) -- Positive 246
Enhanced vitamin supplement (riboflavin, vitamins B6, B12, D, myo-inositol, probiotics, zinc + stand -- Positive 1729

推奨摂取タイミング: With or without food; consistent daily timing preferred

Safety & Side Effects

報告されている副作用

  • Generally very well-tolerated
  • May mask vitamin B12 deficiency at high doses
  • Rare: mild gastrointestinal discomfort

既知の相互作用

  • Methotrexate (folate may reduce efficacy)
  • Antiepileptic drugs (phenytoin, carbamazepine — mutual interference)
  • Vitamin B12 (co-supplementation recommended for homocysteine reduction)

耐容上限摂取量: 1,000 mcg/day folic acid from supplements

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Folate (Vitamin B9) help with Elevated Homocysteine (Hyperhomocysteinemia)?
Based on 30 studies with 30,000 participants, there is moderate evidence from clinical studies that Folate (Vitamin B9) may support Elevated Homocysteine (Hyperhomocysteinemia) management. Our evidence grade is B (Good Evidence).
How much Folate (Vitamin B9) should I take for Elevated Homocysteine (Hyperhomocysteinemia)?
Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 400 mcg DFE/day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
Are there side effects of Folate (Vitamin B9)?
Reported side effects may include Generally very well-tolerated, May mask vitamin B12 deficiency at high doses, Rare: mild gastrointestinal discomfort. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
How strong is the evidence for Folate (Vitamin B9) and Elevated Homocysteine (Hyperhomocysteinemia)?
We rate the evidence as Grade B (Good Evidence). This rating is based on 30 peer-reviewed studies with 30,000 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.

Folate (Vitamin B9) 他の症状・状態について

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