Is a Hidden Genetic Mutation Affecting Your Health?
The Truth About MTHFR and Folic Acid
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🔬 What Is the MTHFR Mutation?
The MTHFR gene makes an enzyme that activates folate (vitamin B9), allowing your body to:
– Detoxify properly
– Create energy
– Make neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine
– Regulate homocysteine, a risk factor for cardiovascular disease
When this gene doesn’t function correctly (due to mutations), these critical processes suffer.
🌍 Who’s Most Likely to Have It?
MTHFR mutations are common in people of:
– Mediterranean, Hispanic, or Latin American ancestry
– Middle Eastern or Eastern European descent
But anyone can be affected.
🚩 Signs You May Have MTHFR Issues
– Chronic fatigue or brain fog
– Anxiety, depression, or mood swings
– Fertility struggles or miscarriages
– Migraines or hormone imbalances
– Autoimmune conditions or food sensitivities
– Elevated homocysteine on lab work
⚠️ The Hidden Risk: Folic Acid in Your Food
In the U.S., most breads, pastas, and cereals are fortified with synthetic folic acid—a cheap form of vitamin B9 that your body must convert.
But if you have an MTHFR mutation, you can’t convert folic acid properly. Instead, it builds up in your system and may:
– Block natural folate absorption
– Disrupt detox pathways
– Suppress immune function
– Contribute to neurological or cardiovascular problems
Why Is This Happening?
Since 1998, the U.S. government has required folic acid fortification in grain products to prevent birth defects. While well-intentioned, this policy never considered genetic diversity.
By contrast, most European countries like Germany and Sweden have refused folic acid fortification, prioritizing natural nutrition and individualized care.
✅ What You Can Do
– Get tested for the MTHFR gene (we offer testing!)
– Avoid synthetic folic acid in food and supplements
– Use active, methylated forms like:
– 5-MTHF (methylfolate)
– Methylcobalamin (B12)
– P5P (active B6)
– TMG/DMG and choline
– Work with our practitioners to design a plan tailored to your genes and symptoms
🩺 Want to Know More?
If you’ve been told “your labs are normal” but still feel off—this may be the missing link.
At Orthomolecular Nutrition & Wellness Center, we specialize in root-cause medicine and personalized nutrition protocols, including MTHFR support.
📞 Call 727-518-9808 today to schedule a consultation
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