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The MTHFR Gene: Why Your Vitamins Might Be Useless (And What to Do) | TUH #096

Ultimate Human Podcast with Gary Brecka30 views
The host argues that 44-60% of the population has the MTHFR gene mutation, which prevents the conversion of synthetic folic acid into its active form, five-methyl folate.summaryA 2024 clinical study confirms that individuals with this mutation experience zero benefit from folic acid supplementation, leading to cellular stress and potential health issues like mood disorders and hypertension.summaryThe core recommendation is to supplement with methylated nutrients (five-methyl folate) rather than synthetic folic acid to address underlying nutrient deficiencies.summary

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

Ultimate Human Podcast with Gary Brecka64 views
The MTHFR gene mutation, affecting up to 44% of the population, impairs the body's ability to convert folic acid into usable methylfolate, leading to symptoms like anxiety, gut motility issues, and behavioral problems insummaryThe host argues that the standard American diet's reliance on fortified grains exacerbates these issues by creating a deficiency in methylfolate while causing an excess of unmetabolized folic acid.summaryMTHFR Impairment: The MTHFR gene mutation impairs the conversion of folic acid (a synthetic chemical sprayed on US grains) into methylfolate (5-MTHF), the form the body actually needs.takeaway

Q&A with Gary: Parasites, Mold Toxicity, Folic Acid, & Testosterone Boost | TUH #162

Ultimate Human Podcast with Gary Brecka37 views
Folic acid is synthetic and potentially harmful for those with MTHFR gene mutations; pregnant women should use methylfolate instead.takeawayMost multivitamins use low-bioavailability ingredients like cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) and folic acid, making methylated versions superior.takeaway“Folic acid does not occur anywhere naturally in nature. You cannot find folic acid anywhere on the surface of the earth.”quote

Brad Slater: The 10-Week Journey to Ultimate Health & Performance | TUH #103

Ultimate Human Podcast with Gary Brecka44 views
Folic acid (synthetic folic acid found in fortified foods) is harmful for those with MTHFR gene mutations (44% of population), causing issues that can be resolved by eliminating fortified foods for one week.takeaway“Folic acid is a manmade chemical that doesn't exist in nature... it does not exist anywhere on the surface of the Earth... get the fortified or enriched foods out of your life for one week.”quote