96. The MTHFR Gene: Why Your Vitamins Might Be Useless (And What to Do)

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Sep 12, 2024

Discover the surprising impact of the MTHFR gene mutation on health, affecting how our bodies process folic acid. This mutation can contribute to issues like infertility, ADHD, and mood disorders. Learn why tailored supplementation is essential for overcoming these challenges, rather than relying on standard folic acid. Explore the importance of methylation and how genetic factors can influence nutrient levels, providing insights into optimizing your health.

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Methylation's Importance

Methylation converts nutrients into usable forms, like refining crude oil into gasoline.
Nutrient deficiencies, not diseases, often cause ailments.

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MTHFR Gene Mutation

The MTHFR gene mutation affects how the body processes folic acid, impacting many people.
This mutation prevents the conversion of folic acid into its active, usable form, 5-methylfolate.

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S-Phase Arrest and 5-Methylfolate

DNA replication can halt (S-phase arrest) if 5-methylfolate is missing.
Supplementing with 5-methylfolate, not folic acid, reverses this arrest.

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