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MTHFR lifestyle
Having an MTHFR gene mutation or methylation dysfunction means that living the right lifestyle will help you achieve the best energy, most motivation, clearest mental state, and best health outcomes.


Castor Oil for MTHFR
Castor oil has, in fact, been used for thousands of years and was considered so valuable it was included in the tombs of ancient Pharos in Egypt as early as 4,000 B.C.

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Nov 8, 20235 min read


What is Fatigue, And Why Does Everyone Have It?
Fatigue, which is a feeling of extreme tiredness, weakness, or exhaustion, is the first symptom of almost every medical problem, including MTHFR. It can be linked to almost every body system, and it is the most general symptom we have. It is also linked to a number of common gene SNPs, including MTHFR, fast MAOA, fast COMT, and more. It is tied to lifestyle factors like diet, nutrition, sleep, and stress. So, actually, in light of all of that, it is surprising any of us don't

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Sep 18, 20235 min read


The Problem With Blood Tests For Folate
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.

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Jul 27, 20235 min read
Chronic Stress vs. Acute Stress
Stress is a natural response to challenging or threatening situations. It can be classified into two main types: acute stress, meaning...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Apr 24, 20236 min read
<strong>Health Consequences of Chronic Stress</strong>
Chronic stress can have a significant impact on your physical and mental health, but it is important not to be discouraged by a list of...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Apr 19, 20233 min read
<strong>Mthfr Lifestyle Recommendations</strong>
MTHFR is a genetic variant or SNP (single nucleotide polymorphism) that can have significant health implications. OF course we all know...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Apr 7, 202315 min read
Stress Management :To Health With That
Stress Stres kick-starts physical, emotional, and intellectual change in your body. Stress management training can help your body to...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Mar 15, 202316 min read


Brain Fog
Stress, sleep changes, medications, blood sugar imbalances and even genetics can contribute to brain fog. As a result, you may experience confusion, memory problems, and difficulty concentrating. Fortunately, many of the contributing factors to brian fog are under your control, and you can fix them if you know the steps.

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Feb 21, 20235 min read
<strong>Are MTHFR gene mutations associated with a higher chance of developing certain diseases?</strong>
MTHFR (methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase) is a gene that provides instructions for making an enzyme of the same name. The MTHFR enzyme...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Feb 2, 20233 min read
MTHFR and Vaccines
This is a subject I get questions about almost daily, and the internet is filled with opinions, threatening pieces, and loud voices. But...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Jul 22, 20225 min read
All Natural Skin Care with Renee Harris
People with the MTHFR polymorphism often have a more challenging time detoxifying and eliminating chemicals, and so we're always on the...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Jul 18, 20223 min read
Vitamin D, MTHFR, and the VDR Gene SNPs
Like everything else we talk about, MTHFR and vitamin D have a curious relationship. Vitamin D doesn't link into the folate cycle, the...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Jun 3, 20226 min read
S2E27: What is Really Going On With MTHFR Basic State?
Basic state is something that we've talked about before, but I want to dive a little bit deeper into why I feel it's important when other...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Mar 13, 20224 min read
Checking In With Progress On The MTHFR Journey
Let's check in with what is going on so far. If you've been following the process this season, you will have noticed that I haven't...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Feb 13, 20225 min read
S2E18: What is the MTHFR Lifestyle?
I mention the MTHFR Lifestyle a lot, but don't always clarify what I'm talking about, and at this phase of the journey, it matters a lot....

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Jan 2, 20227 min read
S2E16: Hydration and MTHFR
Water is so talked about that it's incredibly easy to ignore. Like everyone knows we need a ton of water, so that can't be the key to...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Dec 18, 20214 min read
S2E15: What To Do For Detox Symptoms
Two weeks ago we talked about some of the symptom patterns that can arise as you're working with MTHFR. Honestly, they can show up for...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Dec 10, 20216 min read
S2E10: Why Starting Methylfolate Can Cause Symptoms.
Most supplements are a piece of cake. You start them and the worst part is swallowing a pill or choking down some kind of liquid...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Dec 8, 20214 min read
S2E14: What To Do for MTHFR When You Don't Tolerate 5-LMTHF
A couple of weeks ago we talked about two different dealbreaker scenarios where you did everything right with the methylfolate start, but...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Dec 5, 20215 min read
S2E13: Patterns In Your Symptom Tracking for MTHFR
I know, I know. I can hear you rolling your eyes at me already, but symptom tracking is a huge and valuable part of this journey, so just...

Dr. Amy Neuzil, Methylation and MTHFR Expert
Nov 28, 20216 min read
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