It's OK. Both are good for you, They are 2 of the most powerful
antioxidants. Folic acid has so many huge benefits that many peple are now
taking supplements. You've simply discovered one of the keys to paleolithic
diets- that the normal diet is DEFICIENT IN MICRONUTRIENTS.

Folic acid reduces the risk of spina bifida, reduces cholesterol oxidation,
helps many enzymes. Supplements of folic acid may shorten diarrhoeal
illness. It was "1998 Drug of the Year" for some organisation.

Relax and enjoy his good health.

Ben Balzer
----- Original Message -----
From: PAUL TOWNLEY-SMITH <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Monday, 21 June 1999 11:49
Subject: [P-F] test results question


> Has anyone else in the group had nutrient levels in their blood checked
> since eating paleo?  Our celiac son just had a work-up after a few months
of
> paleo eating, and his B12 and folic acid levels are so high that they want
> to know what on earth I've been doing to him.  Is this normal on this
diet?
> I wonder if the traditional ranges for B12 and folic acid in the blood are
> actually low, and if a healthy paleo person can be well above the range
> without any harm.  Thanks.
> Kerry