Is Life Extension Optimized Folate L-Methylfolate 1700 mcg DFE safe while breastfeeding?

Grade A. 7 Safe, 0 Caution, 0 Avoid. No major safety flags.

Clarity Product Analysis

Life Extension

Optimized Folate L-Methylfolate 1700 mcg DFE

Name: Optimized Folate L-Methylfolate 1700 mcg DFE
Brand: Life Extension

All clear7 of 7 ingredients checked · 0 flagged · 7 clear

No safety flags identified

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7Safe

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Full ingredient analysis

Ingredient	Status	Evidence	Notes
Croscarmellose Sodium	Safe	Silver	Safe. Disintegrant used in tablets. FDA GRAS. Not absorbed.
Dicalcium Phosphate	Safe	Silver	Safe. Calcium and phosphorus source. Used as filler in tablets. FDA GRAS.
Folate	Safe	Gold	Safe — essential B vitamin. Actively recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Microcrystalline Cellulose	Safe	Silver	Safe. Plant-derived filler/binder. FDA GRAS. Not absorbed.
Silica	Safe	Gold	Histamine: N/A
Stearate	Safe	Gold	Histamine: N/A
Stearic Acid	Safe	Bronze	Natural fatty acid.. Histamine: N/A

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According to the Clarity Ingredient Safety Database by Health AI. 7 of 7 ingredients verified against 1,595 evidence-graded entries. Last verified: April 2026. Database version 4.2. Check this product live →

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Product analysis by Clarity (Health AI). Based on published evidence for breastfeeding, pregnancy, and general safety. Not medical advice. Formulations may change; verify current ingredients on the label.

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