Written by Amy Myers, MD

Each of us has a unique genetic makeup, which is the ‘code’ that makes you, well, you. Included in those differences may be certain defects, variations or mutations. Not to worry, though — everyone has them! The MTHFR gene mutation is a common one.

Recently in functional medicine and increasingly in mainstream medicine, a tremendous amount of research has surfaced regarding the MTHFR gene mutation and MTHFR support. The mutation links to a decreased ability to detoxify, as well as over 60 chronic health conditions including Hashimoto’s and hypothyroidism, blood clots, infertility, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s, depression, birth defects, and certain cancers.

Fortunately, anyone with the MTHFR gene mutation can find MTHFR support and detoxification pathways with Methylation Support® and obtain the nutrients necessary for optimal detoxification.

Contents

Our Genes, Including MTHFR Mutations, Are Not Our Destiny
3 Steps to Identifying and Overcoming MTHFR Mutations
What is MTHFR?
What Does MTHFR Produce?
What is the MTHFR Gene and the MTHFR Mutation?

SNP Mutations in MTHFR
The MTHFR Mutation, Autoimmune, and Thyroid Connection
How Does Detox Happen with an MTHFR Mutation?
How to Support Optimal Methylation and Detoxification if You Have an MTHFR Mutation
Who Should Test for MTHFR Mutations?
What Tests for MTHFR Mutations Are Available?
6 Ways to Overcome MTHFR Mutations
FAQs about MTHFR gene mutation

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