You may have heard mention of MTHFR, maybe even seen it thrown around in wellness circles or sprinkled into supplement ads. But what is it, really—and why does it matter? 🧬 Let’s Start with the Basics MTHFR stands for methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (don’t worry, no quiz at the end). It’s an enzyme your body uses to…
Made with Cottage Cheese and a Wheat Germ Crust, this is a High Protein, Choline-Rich Recipe to Support MTHFR & Methylation Health Since learning about the connection between MTHFR and choline, I’ve been more intentional about including choline-rich foods in our daily routine. Choline plays a vital role in methylation, a key process for brain…
When I first learned about the MTHFR mutation—and how synthetic folic acid can cause more harm than good for people like me—it felt a little overwhelming. Folic acid is added to so many common foods. But over time, we’ve built a pantry full of folic acid–free alternatives that support our health without sacrificing convenience or…
In 1996, the FDA authorized the mandatory fortification of enriched cereal grain products with folic acid, a synthetic form of vitamin B9. By 1998, this policy was fully implemented across the United States. The goal was simple and well-meaning: reduce the risk of neural tube defects in newborns. And while it has had measurable success…
