MTHFR and weight

one copy of a1298c and c677t is called compound heterozygous, so you were very close! have you gotten your thyroid tested? im fairly overweight, not quite as much, and i dont even eat poorly or anything so at my last dr appointment we drew blood and are testing for hypothyroid because that is one of the complications that can go along with having mthfr mutations. perhaps you should try that?

what is armour thyroid?

If Dr. Ben hasn’t answered this one yet, does it mean he won’t be answering?

Hi Renee –

Sorry for the delay – lot going on

Weight can be related to so many things as you know.

Folapro is decent but it is just methylfolate. I am glad you are taking methylcobalamin as well.

I highly recommend these lifestyle/dietary changes:
- avoid wheat and dairy completely
- eat a more Paleo diet
- eat smaller yet more frequent meals throughout the day with some form of protein
- chew your food very very very well before swallowing – take your time.
- make chia seed gel overnight and then eat it throughout the day to increase satiety
- find a sauna and use it three times a week
- ensure proper bowel movements twice daily – if not happening – needs to
- support your adrenals
- lift some weights to build muscle as muscle burns fat – three times a week at least – rotate muscle groups.
- eat only a salad with some light protein before bed – careful of salad dressing – very fattening
- eat your larger meals during your most active times of the day
- avoid all soda and corn syrup products
- take chromium to help with the PCOS
- take liver supportive nutrients to help reduce testosterone/estrogen levels
- avoid all plastic in your life – use glass or stainless steel.

These suggestions are all critical in proper weight management.