When most of us examine the pie chart of how we spend our lives, the portion taken up by doing whatever-we-do-to-pay-the-bills is a big slice. Culturally, we are becoming more aware of the importance of self-care for a healthy body and sound mind. However, these … Read more
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental wellness is a spectrum that holds a profound significance in each person’s life experience. It is the cornerstone upon which our emotions, cognitive agility, and overall vitality are built. We simply cannot enjoy all there is to embrace about … Read more
In the realm of health and wellness, acronyms like MTHFR can seem like a secret code. Today we’re demystifying this puzzling abbreviation. We will shed light on why genetic testing for MTHFR mutations might just be the key to unlocking better health.
As the seasons change, so too can our emotions and cognitive well-being. For many, the arrival of spring marks a turning point that goes beyond blossoming flowers and warmer weather. In this article, we will delve into the phenomenon of “winter blues” and seasonal cognitive dysfunction. … Read more
Methylation is a fundamental biochemical process that plays a crucial role in various physiological functions within the human body. When our bodies don’t have enough of the proper nutrients for methylation to take place (i.e. methylfolate), … Read more
Would you consider yourself an “indoors” or “outdoors” person? While some people feel totally at home in the great outdoors, most of us spend the majority of our time inside our actual homes. Regardless of your comfort level on this spectrum, we’d like to suggest spending … Read more
Whether or not you are partnered this Valentine’s day, we invite you to consider the most important relationship you are in—the one with yourself. Self-love isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a transformative practice that can significantly impact our mental health and overall well-being. In this blog … Read more
Thanks to decades of DNA research, we know there is an intricate relationship between our genetics and our health. MTHFR is just one specific example of a gene with potential impact on numerous systems throughout the body. … Read more
When a baby is conceived, they inherit 2 copies of every gene; one from each parent. MTHFR is the name of one such gene out of a genetic code of thousands. The gene codes for an enzyme called “methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase”, which is responsible for the conversion … Read more
Once you have confirmed you have an inherited MTHFR variant through genetic testing, the first nutritional recommendation you will likely get is to start methylfolate supplementation. While this may be the most important missing piece, there are other foods/nutrients … Read more
