CBS Genetic Variants: Should you eat a low sulfur diet?
Some clinicians recommend a low sulfur diet for people with CBS mutations. Find out what the research shows – and why that recommendation is not backed up. (Member’s article)
Methylation Cycle
The methylation cycle is a foundational biological pathway that affects many aspects of your wellbeing. In a nutshell, methylation is the donation of a methyl group that is needed for a variety of reactions such as DNA synthesis, neurotransmitter synthesis, and detoxification of some toxins. A methyl group is a carbon plus three hydrogens, and this can be easily used in biological reactions. Many of the molecules that make up your body have a backbone of carbons and hydrogens, so adding another carbon plus three hydrogens (methyl group) can modify the compound.
Member’s: Check out the Methylation Cycle Topic Summary Report for a quick overview of all your genetic variants included in the articles below.
MTHFR and Migraines
The MTHFR C677T variant increases the risk of migraines. Learn how to check your genetic data and how to mitigate the risk.
Dads matter: MTHFR variants in fathers affect miscarriage risk
Dads matter – in conception, pregnancy, and throughout life. It is easy to see how prospective moms need to clean up their diets, exercise, and sleep well before getting pregnant, but recent studies show that a dad’s MTHFR variants also affect infertility and miscarriage risk.
‘MTHFR Coffee’ with Eggs and Kale for Breakfast
Spurred on by a podcast, I share a great breakfast that supports the methylation cycle. Gelatin is an excellent source of glycine, an amino acid that is often short-changed in our modern diet. You can even add it to your morning coffee.
Supplements for Methylation and More…
It is a good idea to know what the supplements you take do inside your body. Learn about the extra additives in supplements and how to work around ones you don’t want.
MTHFR C677T: Benefits of this mutation
The MTHFR C677T variant is one that has been studied extensively and there are negative risks associated with it. However, there are also protective effects from it. Learn more about the positive benefits of this variant.
Histamine intolerance and the methylation cycle
Genetics plays a role in how well your body breaks down histamine. Histamine that is out of balance with the body’s ability to break it down can cause symptoms that are collectively known as histamine intolerance. Discover how to check your genes that are involved with histamine levels.