Homocysteine has been a topic of research for many years. Kilmer McCully had discovered this circumstance over 30 years ago. As literature describes, when B6, B12, and Folate are too low, homocysteine elevates and contributes to degeneration and damage of tissue. It is a major part of the bad inflammatory process that affects the lining of blood vessels and as well, damages brain tissue. The following articles describe this.

 

All persons should be tested for homocysteine levels, and should be taking a good comprehensive multivitamin to be able to decrease levels as low as possible. Everyone has different needs for supplementation, and as well, different abilities to absorb vitamins. Doses may vary from one individual to another. Many patients that I have seen, that are taking nutrients, still may have elevated numbers. Here is where the science plays an important role. If while taking supplements, the level is still elevated, it may be time to change the multivitamin and / or question the digestive process and ability. Although some of the lab reference ranges have "acceptable levels" in the 3.7 to 13 area, I recommend closer to 3 or 4.

 

As research continues I am sure that homocysteine and the inflammatory process will be linked to all sorts of different medical concerns.

 

To look at my recommendation for a great multivitamin, you can click on www.drcalapai.net and look at Optimal Health Products for "Optimult". I have used this for many years and have observed dramatic reductions in homocysteine in patients taking it. I have never needed to add separate product to help lower it.

Written by Dr. Calapai

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