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01/10/2026

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01/10/2026

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01/08/2026

One of the biggest misunderstandings in nutrigenomics is treating MTHFR as a diagnosis. It is not. MTHFR is a pressure point. Symptoms only appear when the rest of the system cannot compensate.
MTHFR variants reduce the efficiency of converting folate into its active form. That sounds dramatic, but in isolation it rarely causes problems. The body has redundancy. What determines whether MTHFR matters is what else is happening around it.
This is where other SNPs come in.
COMT determines how quickly dopamine, norepinephrine, epinephrine, and estrogen metabolites are cleared. When COMT is slow, methyl groups get used up trying to clear neurotransmitters. That increases pressure on the methylation cycle. In this situation, an MTHFR variant suddenly becomes relevant because the system is already backed up.
MTR and MTRR control how efficiently B12 is recycled to keep methylation moving. If these pathways are stressed, folate cannot be used effectively even if intake looks adequate. The issue is not folate deficiency. It is throughput failure.
BHMT acts as a backup methylation pathway using choline and betaine. If BHMT is compromised or dietary choline is low, the body loses an important escape route. MTHFR then carries more of the load than it was designed to handle.
PEMT influences phosphatidylcholine production and cell membrane integrity. Poor membrane function affects nutrient transport, receptor signaling, and bile flow. This indirectly stresses methylation because hormones, toxins, and neurotransmitters are not clearing efficiently. Again, MTHFR is not broken. The system around it is overloaded.
Oxidative stress is the final amplifier. Variants in antioxidant pathways increase demand for redox buffering. Methylation enzymes are redox sensitive. When oxidative load is high, methylation slows regardless of folate status. This is why inflammation, illness, mold exposure, or chronic stress can suddenly unmask an MTHFR issue that was silent for years.
So the real question is never “Do you have MTHFR?”
The real question is “Can the rest of your system support it?”
MTHFR matters when methyl sinks are full, redox capacity is low, mineral status is inadequate, membranes are unstable, and clearance pathways are congested. Address those pieces and MTHFR often becomes a non-issue. Ignore them and no amount of folate will fix the problem.

01/08/2026

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The AtlasPROfilax technique is a unique, European technique that uses a neuromuscular massage technique that focuses on the short muscles of the neck – the sub occipital muscles – that surround and stabilize the head joints (base of the skull, atlas, and axis vertebras.) The atlas bone (C1) is the gateway from your brain to your body. Your vagus nerve, central nervous system, immune system, and digestive function better when your atlas is in its natural position.

After the vibrational massage of the short muscles of the neck, the atlas can move in its natural position. AtlasPROfilax is a safe, non-invasive method that offers immediate and lasting results.

Do you suffer from headaches, migraines, or vertigo? Do you have discomfort while turning or raising your head? Do you have back pain? The release of muscular tension in the neck corrects ligaments and muscular compression on the atlas vertebra, producing a positive effect on the body and stimulating the healing capacity.

Atlas, the First Cervical Vertebra

The atlas vertebra named after the Greek Titan who was punished by Zeus to carry the world and heavens on his shoulders for leading the Titans in their battle with the Olympian Gods.

The atlas not only carries the skull, and our world and heavens, but also is responsible for the suspension, equilibrium and management for the spine and skeleton. So, the atlas, C1, is the first cervical vertebra connecting the skull and the spine.

Many years of clinical research have shown that this first cervical vertebra, is more or less malrotated from birth, in almost all humans. Traumas such as whiplash, slips, and falls, or any sports injuries can push the atlas vertebra in an even worst position, and therefore be the cause of many health problems.

When the atlas is misaligned, it causes the head to tilt, and the spine compensates the malrotation of the atlas with a rotation down to the sacroiliac joint, trying to maintain the center of gravity. This will cause neck pain and lower back pain, and impacts the entire spine. The malrotation of the atlas could also have a negative impact on the muscles, joints, eyes, ears, jaw, nerves, circulatory system, organs of equilibrium and interior organs.

Also, at the atlas vertebra cerebral nerves, arteries, veins, spinal cord and spinal fluid pass through the opening at the base of the skull. A misalignment of the atlas leads toe continuous pressure on the spinal cord, nerves, blood vessels and lymphatic channels causing serious physical and mental problems, including significant adverse changes in posture

An atlas in its correct position optimizes circulation and shifts the center of gravity, thus reducing, or eliminating headaches, migraines, vertigo, neck stiffness, back pain and many other health problems.

The malrotation of the atlas vertebra can be accurately and safely corrected by the unique AtlasPROfilax® method with only one application.

AtlasPROfilax is a focused neuromuscular massage that can help reduce pain and improve function. It released the tension in the suboccipital muscles and restores them to their optimal state, removing the tension on the myodural bridge and restoring the communication of accurate information to the brain. A study performed in 2017 look at the management of 63 patient with fibromyalgia with the AtlasPROfilax method. 100% of the patients had a significant reduction in pain (a VAS rating of 8 dropping to 3 or 4) and 46% of patients had a reduction of widespread pain as well as reduction of fatigue, non-restorative sleep and cognitive disorders typically associated with fibromyalgia.

Enjoy less pain, more energy, range of motion, flexibility, balance, better sleep and moods, just to name a few benefits.

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01/08/2026

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01/07/2026

Your gut: a 7-meter assembly line extracting every usable molecule with molecular specificity.

This figure maps how different sections of the gastrointestinal tract specialize in absorbing specific nutrients. From the stomach to the large intestine, each region has a defined biochemical role that determines how vitamins, minerals, fats, and amino acids enter the body.

1️⃣ Stomach – preparation and partial absorption
The stomach begins protein digestion through acid and enzymes while absorbing a few small molecules such as water, ethanol, and some minerals.
🟢 Example: Copper, iodide, and fluoride can pass directly through the stomach lining, but most nutrients remain bound until released in the small intestine.

2️⃣ Duodenum – the entry point for minerals and fat-soluble vitamins
As chyme from the stomach mixes with bile and pancreatic enzymes, the duodenum becomes the main site for mineral and fat-soluble vitamin absorption.
🟢 Example: Calcium, iron, magnesium, and vitamins A, D, E, and K are absorbed here, often requiring bile acids for solubility.

3️⃣ Jejunum – primary absorption zone for macronutrients
The jejunum’s extensive villi and microvilli surface area make it the key site for nutrient uptake.
🟢 Example: Lipids, monosaccharides, amino acids, and small peptides are efficiently absorbed, along with B vitamins such as thiamin, riboflavin, and niacin.

4️⃣ Ileum – absorption of specialized compounds and vitamins
The ileum completes digestion and reclaims nutrients not absorbed upstream.
🟢 Example: Vitamin B12 binds to intrinsic factor for absorption here, while bile salts and fat-soluble vitamins are recycled back to the liver.

5️⃣ Large intestine – water recovery and microbial synthesis
Although most nutrients are absorbed earlier, the colon plays a key role in fluid and electrolyte balance and produces additional vitamins through bacterial fermentation.
🟢 Example: Gut microbes synthesize vitamin K and biotin, while fermentation of fiber yields short-chain fatty acids that fuel colon cells.

Your gut is not a single absorption site but a coordinated system of specialized regions—each tuned to extract specific nutrients with precision, ensuring that every molecule from food is used efficiently to sustain life.

01/07/2026

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01/05/2026

MTHFR & the Monthly Cycle: How Genetics Can Influence Periods, PMS, and Hormones

Many women experience heavy periods, painful cramps, mood swings, migraines, or intense PMS and are told it’s “just hormones.” For some, however, there may be an underlying biochemical reason that often goes unrecognised: MTHFR.

While an MTHFR gene variant does not automatically cause health problems, it can influence how the body processes key nutrients and hormones. Because the menstrual cycle is highly hormone-dependent, even small disruptions in these pathways can have noticeable effects month after month.

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What Is MTHFR?

MTHFR (methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase) is a gene involved in converting folate into its active form. This active folate is essential for a process called methylation, which supports:
• Hormone metabolism
• Neurotransmitter production
• Detoxification
• DNA repair
• Regulation of homocysteine

When MTHFR activity is reduced, methylation may become less efficient. This can affect systems that rely heavily on hormonal balance — including the menstrual cycle.

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Estrogen Clearance and Cycle Symptoms

Estrogen does not just need to be produced; it also needs to be broken down and cleared from the body. This clearance relies on proper methylation.

When methylation is sluggish:
• Estrogen may build up in the body
• Progesterone becomes relatively lower
• Hormonal balance shifts

This pattern is often described as estrogen dominance and may present as:
• Heavy or prolonged periods
• Breast tenderness
• Bloating or water retention
• Worsening PMS
• Shorter or irregular cycles

Many women notice that symptoms peak during the luteal phase, the one to two weeks before menstruation.

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PMS, PMDD, and Mood Changes

Methylation is also essential for producing and regulating neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine, which influence mood, motivation, and emotional resilience.

If methylation is impaired:
• Serotonin levels may drop before periods
• Anxiety and irritability increase
• Low mood or emotional sensitivity becomes cyclical

This is why some women feel emotionally stable most of the month, then experience a dramatic shift just before their period. In more severe cases, this pattern may resemble PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder).

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Folate, B12, and Period Health

Women with MTHFR variants often struggle to use synthetic folic acid effectively. Instead, they may require folate in an already active form.

Low functional folate or vitamin B12 can contribute to:
• Fatigue during menstruation
• Poor recovery after periods
• Worsening cramps
• Cycle irregularity
• Fertility challenges

This becomes particularly important for women who have used hormonal contraception long term, are trying to conceive, or have a history of miscarriage.

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Histamine, Inflammation, and Period Pain

Estrogen and histamine have a close relationship. Estrogen increases histamine levels, and histamine can stimulate further estrogen release. Methylation helps break histamine down.

When this balance is disrupted, women may experience:
• Migraines around their period
• Nausea
• Increased cramps
• Skin reactions or sinus symptoms pre-menstrually

This histamine–estrogen loop can intensify inflammation and discomfort during the cycle.

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Supporting the Cycle with MTHFR in Mind

Although genetics cannot be changed, supporting methylation and nutrient status may help reduce symptom severity for some women. Common strategies discussed in the research and clinical space include:
• Using active forms of folate instead of folic acid
• Ensuring adequate vitamin B12
• Supporting progesterone pathways
• Managing stress and sleep
• Reducing inflammatory triggers

Any supplementation or intervention should always be tailored to the individual and discussed with a qualified healthcare professional.

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Final Thoughts

The menstrual cycle is a monthly reflection of hormonal and metabolic health. For women with MTHFR variants, challenges with methylation can quietly influence estrogen balance, mood regulation, and cycle regularity.

Understanding this connection can be empowering. Instead of dismissing symptoms as “normal,” it opens the door to targeted, informed support — and the possibility of smoother, more manageable cycles.

If you experience persistent or severe menstrual symptoms, seeking personalised medical guidance is essential.