Does having the mthfr gene mutation put me at risk for life threatning illness more than the average person? is there anything i can do 2 help

Good question: This mutation affects an important biochemical function that will prevent the normal use of folic acid, a vitamin. Study of the chemistry is complex but ask your doctor for folinic acid since that becomes the missing factor.

Depends: Depends on which mutation you have, and if you have one or two mutations. Having two copies of the 677 mutation is a bigger deal than having one copy of the 1298. The 677 and 1298 mutations are each treated differently. But yes, there is help for them.

Answer's not in: This testing is promoted by a single lab and while there's some interesting data, you need to remember that a majority of people will get an "abnormal result". Rather than take the pricey vitamins that they'll try to sell you, I'd focus on staying fit and eating sensibly -- you lifestyle DOES make a huge difference as far as health goes. Best wishes.