MTHFR: Recent human genome (DNA) studies revealed defects in certain genes in human DNA that make “MTHFR”. It’s an enzyme that works with the folate vitamins (B9, folic acid), that converts the amino acid homocysteine down to another essential amino acid, methionine, which is used by your body to make proteins, utilize antioxidants, and to assist your liver to process fats and when converted to another chemical SAM. SAM is anti-inflammatory, supports your immune system, helps produce then breakdown of your brain chemicals serotonin, dopamine and melatonin, and is involved in the growth, repair and maintenance of your cells. If your MTHFR gene doesn’t make a good enzyme, it can affect many organ systems, as your particular case demonstrates on the heart, lung, vessels in your CHF, COPD, and renal failure. This disease requires some in depth explanation from a source or provider beyond this forum.
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