MTHFR is one of the most studied genetic SNPs, with the two main variants being C677T and A1298C. These changes reduce the body’s ability to process folate and make energy, leaving people exhausted and deficient in key nutrients. Specialized folates, B12 forms, and glutathione can bypass the blockages, and products like MTHFR Daily were designed specifically to fill these nutrient gaps so patients can restore energy and thrive.
Your genetic results might list “wild type,” “heterozygous,” or “homozygous,” but what does that mean? Wild type means both copies of your gene are normal, heterozygous means one is normal and one has a change, and homozygous means both copies have the same change. With genes like MTHFR, these variations can affect how efficiently your body processes nutrients like folate—sometimes cutting function by 40–70%—which is why targeted nutrition and testing matter.
One of the most powerful nutrients you’ve never heard of? Phosphatidylcholine. It builds the walls of your cells, protects your gut lining, supports nerve function, and even helps your body make bile. If you have a PEMT gene mutation, your body struggles to make it—and that means gut issues, nerve dysfunction, and chronic inflammation.
Homocysteine is nasty — but here’s the truth no one tells you. It doesn’t kill you directly — it triggers white blood cells to release IL-8 and MCP-1, causing inflammation, kidney failure, heart attacks, and strokes. Most doctors don’t even check it anymore, thinking there’s no fix. But there is. Whether from 17 genetic SNPs or 12 vitamin deficiencies (like B6 or B12), you can address it by supporting your body’s ability to convert homocysteine into glutathione.
Scurvy, no one should have it in these modern ages, but I see these patients again and again. Thiamine Deficiency is another that NO ONE knows to look at, but it’s there. Remember, these are INTRACELLULAR deficiencies, not just blood serum levels. You have to Dig Deep to get the root of the issue.
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When one of your patients with ulcerative colitis comes in to your office only weighing 95 pounds, you have to act FAST to turn their condition around. So, here are the natural ways that Dr. Purser has seen completely turn around the lives of patients that suffer from ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Contact us at (801) 796-7667 or info@danpursermd.com for help. Subscribe to stay up-to-date with new content!
It is never easy to lose weight and it is much harder for people with MTHFR. If you have MTHFR, and are struggling with your weight, here is a quick rundown of one reason it may be along with a couple of tips to help you on your weight loss journey! Contact us at (801) 796-7667 or info@danpursermd.com for help. Subscribe to stay up-to-date with new content!
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This week Dr. Purser covers his protocol of diagnosing and treating MTHFR along with the many other diseases affected or caused by these genetic errors. Dr. Purser recommends starting with genetic testing (DanPurserMD.com/genetics-testing), taking MTHFR Support supplements (PhysicianDesigned.com), and scheduling an appointment to meet one-on-one (DanPurserMD.com/schedule-appointment).
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