Insufficient levels of folate can negatively impact the synthesis and stability of both DNA and mtDNA, leading to oxidative stress in the form of reactive oxygen species. Why is this a problem? (1/8)
This type of stress is linked to the development of Alzheimer's disease (AD). Neuronal damage and an increase in cell death are observed in individuals with AD. (2/8)
Lack of folate can result in decreased methylation of enzymes and promoter regions of genes that may also be associated with the development of Alzheimer's Disease. (3/8) #AD
Some of you would benefit from a nutrigenomics analysis as a clue to finding the best way to supplement folate. We have that knowledge, and you deserve personalized supplementation as a part of your preventive #healthcare. (4/8)
Some of you have genetic SNPs, meaning less of the folate you eat can become bioavailable. (5/8)
Some of you are relying on synthetic forms like folic acid that you are unable to break down properly because of your genes. You feel yucky after taking a b-complex, and you don't know why. (6/8)
Folate is just such an important nutrient. And if you are having any health problems at all, and especially any cognitive or mood problems, it is one of those low-hanging fruit things to optimize and prevent future problems down the road. (7/8)
Would you like to read more about the role of folate in your nutrition? You can learn a bunch here: (8/8) onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.11… (7/7)
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