They have shown to have a wide range of potential health benefits [48]
Methylation is required for cell division, DNA and RNA synthesis, early CNS development, gene expression, immune cell differentiation, post-transcriptional modification, neurotransmitter synthesis and metabolism, histamine clearance, detoxification, hormone clearance, cellular energy metabolism, phospholipid synthesis, and myelination of peripheral nerves
Overall, these types of drugs can cause an increase in burping, which makes sense given the way they slow down the gut
Folic acid may lower the risk for birth defects of a babys brain and spine (spina bifida and anencephaly) by 70% or more
It remains in clinical trials globally, with Phase 3 studies ongoing