Dangers of Folic Acid

Search for information about MTHFR online and you'll quickly encounter two very different messages. One group screams if you have an MTHFR variant, avoid folic acid and use methylfolate instead. The other group insists that people with MTHFR variants can process folic acid, so there is no reason to avoid it. Today, we'll explore the research and answer the question "Do you really need to avoid folic acid if you have MTHFR?"

Living with an MTHFR mutation can feel overwhelming at times. You might be wondering how to support your body better, especially through your diet. The good news? You can take meaningful steps today to nourish your body and help balance your methylation process. Let’s explore together the best diet for MTHFR mutation and how simple food choices can make a big difference.

When you receive blood test results showing high folate levels, it might seem positive at first. However, it can signal a potential issue with MTHFR (methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase) function and highlight risks related to unmetabolized folic acid (UMFA) buildup in the bloodstream.

Blood tests for folate have one big fatal flaw, making them both innaccurate and functionally useless, and the most common folate levels that we see on the blood tests of people with MTHFR might surprise you.