\u2b55\ufe0f Homocysteine, which is above normal, is considered a risk factor for autoimmune processes.<\/p>\n
\u2753What is HOMOCYSTEINE?\u2753 \ud83d\udea8\ud83d\udd25 Smoking, a sedentary lifestyle, excessive coffee consumption, and vitamin deficiency can provoke an increase in homocysteine.<\/p>\n \u2b06\ufe0f Elevated homocysteine levels require close attention and consistency in reducing them through diet and lifestyle. Therefore, treatment should only be prescribed by a doctor.<\/p>\n
\n-is a sulfur-containing amino acid that is present in small quantities in all cells of the human body.
\n\u2757\ufe0fIt is the result of the metabolism of methionine, which is not produced by the body, but comes from food. For metabolism folic acid and vitamin B6 are needed<\/a>, B12. In healthy cells, homocysteine is quickly converted into other substances. If a person has a deficiency of these vitamins, the level of homocysteine may be increased. Normally, this substance is produced in the body in small quantities, and its excess is neutralized by folic acid and the enzymes MTRR, MTHFR and MTR. In case of impaired activity these enzymes can cause excess homocysteine to form in the body<\/a>.<\/p>\n