MTHFR Polymorphisms or Mutations: Getting Checked to Prevent Cardiovascular Issues
Advocating the need for personal health screening and promoting health assessments for the prevention of cardiometabolic disorders for those in the risk group
My recent story highlighting the significance of vitamin B12 deficiency received over 3 million impressions on different platforms, accentuating the global resonance of this topic and the recognition among experts of its status as a hidden epidemic.
What’s intriguing is not only the engagement from the average reader but also the keen interest from fellow scientists and caring clinicians who approached me privately and inspired me to cover unique and critical aspects of it to inform the public as they believe it is a significant public health concern.
Analyzing the comments and emails from collaborators, a striking revelation emerged. Some readers grappled with vitamin B12 deficiency due to genetic predisposition, a facet I aim to illuminate further in this short story.
It is a revelation that may catch many off guard; even those diligently consuming B12-rich foods or supplements can still find themselves deficient. The root cause is MTHFR gene polymorphism or mutations…
