What Happens If You Have A Gene SNP?
Some search terms matchedGenetic SNPs are tiny changes in your DNA that can drastically affect how well your enzymes and proteins work. For example, being homozygous for MTHFR C677T leaves that enzyme functioning at only about 30% efficiency, which can drain your energy and impair folate processing. Similarly, errors in SOD genes reduce your body’s ability to neutralize free radicals. While we can’t change your genes, we can work around them by identifying these weaknesses and filling the gaps with targeted nutrition and supplementation—helping your body function closer to its full potential.
Gene Types Explained
Some search terms matchedYour 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.
The Struggle of Homocysteine
Some search terms matchedHigh homocysteine? It’s not the number—it’s the cytokines it triggers (like IL-8) that cause strokes, kidney failure & inflammation. We found 17 gene SNPs + 12 vitamin deficiencies that drive it—and VARS Glutathione helps shut it down.
PEMT and connection to choline and glutathione!
Some search terms matchedOne 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 the Secret Assasin
Some search terms matchedHomocysteine 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.
The True Potential of Glutathione?
Some search terms matchedStruggling with inflammation, high cytokines, or conditions like psoriasis, kidney disease, or chronic fatigue? The root cause could be elevated interleukins like IL-8 and MCP-1, often triggered by high homocysteine levels. The most powerful natural solution we’ve found?
Protect Your Brain: The Ultimate Dementia Prevention
Some search terms matchedWant to keep your brain sharp and reduce your risk of dementia? New research shows that key nutrients can boost memory, support brain function, and prevent cognitive decline—and we’ve packed them into Brite Brain, our most advanced brain formula yet!
Remove inflammation by combatting High Homocysteine
Some search terms matchedHigh homocysteine levels can lead to inflammation, joint and muscle pain, and even shifting pain throughout the body. It’s also linked to birth defects and chronic kidney failure, and can raise blood pressure. Six genetic SNPs (like MTR, MTRR, and CBS) and MTHFR mutations (like C677T) can prevent homocysteine from converting into glutathione, which is essential for keeping inflammation in check. Plus, 12 vitamin deficiencies may temporarily raise homocysteine levels, so addressing these deficiencies is key.
Fatigue & Thyroid
Some search terms matchedDr. Purser addresses how fatigue and thyroid function are related. Discover how you can improve your energy by focusing on thyroid health.
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Dr. Purser Answers Your Questions About Fibromyalgia on Facebook Live!
Some search terms matchedEnjoy this Facebook Live event when Dr. Purser answers your questions on fibromyalgia. He touches on topics including causes of fibromyalgia, fibromyalgia symptoms, how to control fibromyalgia flare ups, what supplements manage fibromyalgia best, how to start your program to manage your fibromyalgia, high in copper foods, copper metallothionein function, and much more!
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Thyroid Medications Recommended by Dr. Purser
Some search terms matchedDr. Purser shares his insights on the best thyroid medications. Discover how chemically made, bioidentical synthetic medications such as L-Thyroxine or Synthroid (T4) safely mimic natural substances. Learn how pituitary function is related to TSH, and how damaged pituitaries cannot produce TSH.
Dr. Purser covers recommended dosages of supplements including Nature-Throid, Armour-Thyroid, compounded Liothyronine (T3), and compounded T4. Explore how a 5 Prime Deodinase deficiency (or resistance) may prevent conversion of T4 to T3 in older and vitamin-deficient patients. Learn how a combination of
Thyroid Pearls & Tips
Some search terms matchedDr. Purser gives valuable insight to improve thyroid function. Learn how to reduce common symptoms associated with hypothyroidism!
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