Optimizing the health of unborn children is my passion. I am pleased to state that January is named National Birth Defects Prevention Month by the National Birth Defects Prevention Network and the CDC. This month is broken down into four parts with each part focusing on a key component of birth defect prevention. While I... View Article
Repairing the digestive system and optimizing the flora should be one of the first steps in correcting methylation deficiency. There are countless reasons for this; however, the focus here is the relation between methionine synthase and acetylaldehyde. One must first understand what methionine synthase is and why it is important. Methionine synthase: What is it?... View Article
Having MTHFR mutations increases the likelihood of elevated homocysteine levels. Monitoring your homocysteine level is critical especially if elevated. The issue is homocysteine testing is fraught with issues. Properly prepare yourself to get your homocysteine level measured. [unordered_list style=”tick”] You should be fasting. Do not eat anything prior to testing. Ideally get tested in the... View Article
How is that the path we take in life is somehow absolutely appropriate and fitting for us? Becoming a naturopathic physician with a specialty in environmental medicine and nutrigenomics, I am stunned at how critical this path was for me – and for my family. If I had not chosen this path, two of my... View Article
Many are asking me, “Dr Ben, I am taking this ________. Is that any good for C677T or A1298C or…?” I am finding that I am answering, “No” too often. I have here all the top homocysteine-lowering medications which are prescribed commonly by doctors. Keep in mind that many doctors do not understand nutritional biochemistry.... View Article
MTHFR? This Course is For You
MTHFR? This Course is For You
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