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The Role of Methylation: Is This The Key To Good Health?
Methylation - “meth-ul-LAY-shun”. A complex scientific term that is a fundamental process your body
Written by: Natalie Louise Burrows
Updated: January 13, 2025
Written by: Natalie Louise Burrows | Updated: January 13, 2025
Quick Read
- Methylation is a crucial biochemical process involved in detoxification, DNA repair, hormone regulation, neurotransmitter balance, and energy production.
- Impaired methylation can lead to various health issues, including fatigue, brain fog, mood swings, and increased susceptibility to chronic diseases.
- Genetics, particularly variations in genes like MTHFR, can influence methylation, but lifestyle and environmental factors also play significant roles.
- Supplementation with methylated B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, and choline may support methylation, but should be considered under professional guidance.
- Optimizing methylation pathways through diet, lifestyle, and targeted supplementation may improve energy, mood, and overall health.
Contents
- 1. What is methylation and why is it important?
- 2. How do you know if you’re methylating?
- 3. The role of genetics in methylation
- 4. Supplements for methylation
- 5. A note on Folic Acid…
- 6. The takeaway message
