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And what does it have to do with mental health, hormones, cardiovascular disease, detox and energy?
It may sound strange but basically stands for Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase. The MTHFR gene is needed for the production of MTHFR. A very important enzyme needed for:
So if you have an MTHFR gene mutation, your body’s ability to apply these fundamental processes may be reduced because your ability to produce the enzyme important for these functions is reduced.
“Individuals with low activity of the MTHFR enzyme may present with elevated homocysteine levels, which have been associated with inflammation and heart disease, birth defects, difficult pregnancies, and potentially an impaired ability to detoxify.”Dr Wentz
Clinically, we often see the MTHFR gene mutated in those suffering with:
The MTHFR gene can be affected by many polymorphisms. However, it is the C677T and A1298C that are the most clinically relevant. They are classed as either homozygous (two copies of the gene are affected) or heterozygous (one copy of the gene is affected). Disease risk and symptom manifestation is generally higher in those with a homozygous mutation.
The test is easy and inexpensive. Testing is offered on the Sunshine Coast and Australia Wide. For our international clients, we are able to assist in organising this in your country.
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