FAQs

Yes, but you will gain a lot more with taking both.

Yes, you can take MTHFR vitamins even if you don’t know if you have MTHFR as it will cause no harm to you.

No, you do not need to take the VitaBens MTHFR test. If you would like to know if you might have MTHFR take our Questionnaire and if you answer yes to 5 questions you are highly likely to have MTHFR deficiency.

GLA in nursing women has been associated with decreased milk production, so it is recommended NOT to take it if you are nursing.  

 GLA in pregnancy is not recommended because theoretically it could induce early labor.  There is no contraindication for taking it t the early stages of pregnancy however because it has never been tested, except in rats, we recommend stopping the GLA until after pregnancy and nursing.   

Yes it does. What we have included in the vitamin is all the necessary Methyl B-vitamins along with TMG and Zinc, which are important co-factors to help your body absorb and utilize the B-vitamins better it is also important to take a multivitamin as well.

B12 is absorbed differently when it is sub-lingual as opposed to swallowing it.  Either way it is absorbed but in people with certain types of stomach issues, they will need the B12 sub lingual or by injection.  if you are taking anti-acids or medications for GERD then you will not be able to absorb B12 orally and you will need to take it sublingually.  aside from that, our bodies are designed to absorb B12 naturally through eating or swallowing. the rest of the B vitamins are absorbed naturally by eating them.  It is best to take the after eating food as some people can feel nauseous it they take the vitamins on an empty stomach.

Unfortunately right now we are not covered by insurance, but please call us and we would be happy to help you!  Our supplements are not usually found in the Kupot system so it is doubtful that yo will find the methylated vitamins through Meuchedet.  that being said, you can save money by buying he Vitaben’s vitamins in bulk or on one of our programs.

Since you already know that you have the MTHFR deficiency, there is no real benefit to taking the 1298 test.

Children take lower doses and as a rule they do not need the GLA.  for children 5  and under take 1/2 a capsule; 6-11 take a whole capsule and over 11 take the full adult dose( 2 capsules). for adults that are over 300 pounds take 3 capsules.  In regards to the GLA, in children, they should take it only if there is no improvement with the B-Healthy formula alone.  When children begin taking the GLA start with 100 mg and increase it to 200 mg if needed after 2 weeks.  Adults take 300 mg of the GLA and if over 300 pounds, 400 mg.  REMEMBER take the vitamins after food and then eat a little bit after taking the vitamins, this will void getting nauseous in most people.

Yes it does. What we have included in the vitamin is all the necessary Methyl B-vitamins along with TMG and Zinc, which are important co-factors to help your body absorb and utilize the B-vitamins better it is also important to take a multivitamin as well.

Yes, the same DNA is carried equally throughout all your bodily fluids, Blood Saliva and urine.    DNA is not in body fluids, rather it is in the cells.  It really is not a saliva test, it is a smear of the cells on the inside of the cheeks.

The amount of folate in the formula is plenty without being too much.

At these doses and for this indication, to the best of my knowledge, you can take it continuously.

Yes, they are capsules that can be open and used at your convenience. The good news is that they have no taste, so it is a good way to give it to  children.

If you are having any trouble please email vibranthealth@vitabens.com or call 443.637.2367

Yes, when we receive the results we will translate them for you and send you a letter with instructions.

Yes, you can order in bulk and save significant amount of money.

Yes they are Kosher Certified under the OU Orthodox Union, the vitamins are also Vegan and Parave.

Yes, we ship world wide. We have a $10 foreign shipping fee unless its more than four bottles.

What we formulated is the average amount of folate needed. When combined with our formula and GLA (when permissible) your body will absorb all the B6, B9, and B12 you will need.

They are average to small, and they are in capsules, so they can be swallowed.

 It can be taken consistently until you know you are pregnant. There is some research suggesting that GLA is good for the fetus.  However, because of the fear that it may induce early labor, we recommend stopping the GLA once you know that you are pregnant.

Our formula will actually help your system detoxify by helping you produce more Glutathione.

All our ingredients are hand picked to ensure top quality. If you are not satisfied you can return your vitamins.

Absolutely, especially if the child is experiencing anxiety.  Many children learn to cope with difficult tasks by getting very involved in something that they enjoy.  Often times a child can really excel as they use hyper focus to escape from other topics that they find stressful.

If you have reflux, aka GERD, then in addition to taking the Vitaben’s formulas you will also need to take sublingual B12.

 Yes, it could be associated with OCD, high blood pressure, edema.  indirectly with elevated cholesterol as stress  and anxiety are the major causes of elevated cholesterol.  as far as constipation goes maybe, it depends on many other factors associated with it.

3-5 weeks, but some start seeing  difference after 1-2 weeks.

The vitamins are always great and SAFE to take, with or with out MTHFR. You can check online or ask your doctor to  see if they have a test for MTHFR.

Are the symptoms the same or does the good gene take over? That is a very interesting question. Generally speaking there will be to some extent a deficiency of the genes to methylate properly. It also really depends on whether someone is Heterozygous or Homozygous, and if the gene that is mutant is 1298 or 677. It was always taught that with autosomal genes, the dominant one was expressed while the recessive one was suppressed.   That does not seem to be the case.  In heterogeneous genomes, both the dominant  and the recessive genes are expressed but to  much lower degree that if it was homozygous.

As far as we are concerned it will not.

MTHFR deficiency can be a cause of ADHD. That is because with MTHFR deficiency, one will tend to  feel anxious and anxiety can inhibit learning and cause a child to be fidgety.  Teachers and even doctors often mistake anxiety for something else such as ADHD or depression.   Anxiety often masquerades as ADHD and is often confused with and a cause of depression.  Before starting your child on medications for ADHD first try easing his anxiety with the Vitaben’s MTHFR formula.  If after 2 weeks there is no change, then it would be best to schedule a consultation with Dr. Rothstein before embarking on medications such as Ritalin.

TMG stands for trimethylglycine, It is a methyl donor and it is critical in many cellular functions.  Although the body can produce it we have found that very often people with MTHFR deficiency need supplementation with TMG for optimal results.  Zinc is commonly deficient in most of us and especially in those with MTHFR deficiency. Zinc is necessary for many reactions in the body and when someone is lacking Zinc their metabolism in general is less efficient and more prone to infections such as colds and flus.  GLA is necessary as it seems to help the body retain and better use the B vitamins along with GLA and Zinc they act as co-factors in helping you absorb the vitamins. All of them are very important in helping you have the maximum benefits of the vitamins.