MTHFR Gene Mutation Explained: How to Know If You Have It and What To Do About It | TUH #024

28 Dec 2023 · 16 min
15:41

YouTube podcast episode (Ultimate Human, host Gary Brecka) explaining the MTHFR (metilentetrahidrofolato reductasa) gene mutation: claims it is common (~44% prevalence), impairs conversion of synthetic folic acid into the bioactive methylfolate (5-methyltetrahydrofolate/MTHF), and therefore can cause symptoms such as lifelong intermittent anxiety (poorly triggered, treatment-resistant), altered intestinal motility with bloating/gas/diarrhea/constipation, sleep-onset insomnia (tired body, alert mind), and behavioral problems in children. The host recommends testing for MTHFR, trialing methylated B-vitamin/metilfolato supplements, and short dietary elimination of fortified/fortified foods (white flour, white rice, breads, pasta, cereals) to observe changes; includes brief product mentions (hydrogen water generator, amino supplement).

Questions this video answers

Metilentetrahidrofolato reductasa (Spanish for methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase).

5-metileno tetrahidrofolato (5-methyltetrahydrofolate, MTHF).

Approximately 44% of the population.

White flour, white rice, white bread, white pasta, and most cereals.

December 28, 2023.

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