What is MTHFR? - Dr. Berg Explains in Simple Terms

[@brendenmoldy]

Dr B, funny how this is becoming main stream right now, end of 2023, yet you crushed it here 6 years ago! Thank you!!!!

[@jerryjohnson9531]

Good catch! I didn't realize this video was that old. You are right, everyone is talking about this now but definitely not when he did the video.

[@milesrost6674]

SOLID AF !!

[@subwayfacemelt4325]

​@@milesrost6674BADASS MTHFRs UNITE!

[@milesrost6674]

@@subwayfacemelt4325 LMAO - BASED

[@jamesoneill7838]

My 10 year old daughter nearly died from this her homocysteine level was over 300, she was having seizures daily and presented as someone with dementia, since getting methl folate b12 betaine and b6 she has recovered

[@Studentofsociety321]

How is she today? I hope we’ll and thx for sharing.

[@jamesoneill7838]

@@Studentofsociety321 constantly improving

[@brettmartino7117]

Would you mindsaying which Dr she saw?

[@jamesoneill7838]

@@brettmartino7117 she’s living in Republic of Ireland, it’s Professor Knerr

[@megangosselin9669]

can you please post brand of the supplements you used?

[@milenagotch2504]

I sat here today and watched 6 different videos to try to figure out MTHFR. Dr. Berg, yours was the very best! Thank you fir the clarity!! You are so appreciated.

[@jf8461]

This man is such a good teacher!

[@darbydupree4056]

The best, I guess.

[@tonyacampbell4903]

I have two copies of the MTHFR. I came to understand this at age 66😳. I wish I knew about it a long time ago. I have to understand this to the point of explaining this to my doctor. Most doctors have never heard of this.

[@mellasone]

So true most doctors are ignorant of the fact that MTHFR is a serious problem that can make one feel quite ill, the problem is that this condition cannot be treated with pharmaceuticals that is the reason they are not interested in knowing or treating it, Big Pharma much rather people be sick with depression, anxiety, cardio conditions etc which care usually treated with pharmaceuticals which gives them a never ending source of profits. This condition is treated with supplements and diets simple and cheap therefore doctors are not interested full stop

[@leannshort2211]

I’m glad you finally found out! Yes, absolutely more Dr’s need to know about this!

[@Truerealism747]

Have you got it better

[@saltyprepper5513]

I'm relieved you can live to that age with 2 copies. Were you sick your whole life or not too bad?

[@Truerealism747]

What are your symptoms

[@Mind69420]

I just started taking methylfolate and methylcobalamin a few days ago. My brain feels like it's working very different than I'm used to. Anxiety, ADHD, depression, energy levels are much more manageable than they've been in recent years. Hopefully my gut issues clear up in time. So glad to have found out about MTHFR genes that run in my family on both sides.

[@onlyguitardude]

Any updates? How is your gut?

[@appletreeclub]

I am also feeling same as you and i noticed that i feel hunger and my stomach feels like digesting very well

[@santoshkolhe6937]

Which brand of supplement you took?

[@karolinaciucias664]

Can I ask what doses were you taking?

[@cookiemonstaaaaaa234]

@@appletreeclub wow really?? i am struggling with appetite i can barely eat. how do you take it?

[@CurioCreativeAgency]

This guy is my Real-Life Hero! Someone give him a reward for being so amazing.

[@donnagarner6007]

Oh, come on! You know we're all subscribed!!!😂

[@despinagali]

thank you for explaining this because I have this problem and nobody told me about it for years. I have celiac disease, lactose intolerant, pcos, hypothyroidism and heart disease and strokes run in my family. I have been feeling, tired, sick, I've had 5 miscarriages and I've never been able to carry a pregnancy full term. Losing weight has been such a challenge for me and I couldn't figure out why. I don't eat gluten,any grains because they make me sick, no dairy and I'm still overweight , tired, and it's been years since i've felt good.

[@Emily-hi7yo]

have you found anything that has helped? I too am struggling with recurrent miscarriages and have hypothyroidism

[@Youtubedisco]

I was never able to get pregnant even with IVF. Only found out at age 61 why: mthfr mutation. I had a brother who died of asthma at age 10. I wish I'd known this while in child bearing years. I also learned i was born with Congenital Sucrose Isomaltase Deficiency. It would've been so helpful had I known earlier. I try to give myself closure re: inability to have kids. TBT, I could easily have had a child with lots of problems, so there's that.

[@YuckFou502]

I swear you upload the things I need to hear or a topic that's been brought up, within the same day or the next. I think that qualifies you as a godsend. Keep up the good work Doc!

[@kristinkneese]

I know right! It's so crazy. It's less he reads my mind before I even have the thought, then makes a video about it. Wild!

[@carolinedanielson4387]

Thank you for this explanation. I am homozygous for MTHFR. Complicating this problem is the fact that a large portion of my small intestine had to be removed after my appendix burst when I was 7 years old. I take dissolvable B12 and folate, but I don't know whether I am overmethylated or undermethylated now. I wish I had known about all of this before I Iost my short-term memory and felt that I was dying. I did not know my own name, and I couldn't understand written language at all. I was sent to Psychiatry, but I knew this was a physical change, not an emotional issue. I drove myself to a hospital, pointed to my brain and stuttered something, then showed the front desk ladies my license, since I couldn't have spoken my name even if I had remembered it. A deficiency in B12 and folate is serious!

[@cathyaraya7635]

Omg that’s horrible… did you improve just by taking b12 and folate

[@leannshort2211]

Wow!! Yes I would like to know if you’re also doing better on the B12 and Folate??

[@juanitahyde1265]

Man o man hope you are 💯 percent better that's a lot

[@Jmka-q3h]

Sorry for hearing that. It seems even appendix burst is relevant to MTHFR. I had that incident as well and my life recently was so challenging.

[@florencehendrick4781]

Brilliantly explained!!! I have a huge smile on my face.....I was sitting here, thinking I'm going as ask Dr. Berg if he would consider teaching on MTHFR! I decided to look first off, and sure enough, I found it. I am so impressed!!

[@kayystaff]

This defect has literally made my life a living hell. I've struggled with all the things Dr. Berg listed for at least 15 years now. I just turned 29 and feel like I'm 70 some days. I do take a methylated B9 and B12 but I forget to take it sometimes... and I can always tell because it helps that much. I believe this gets worse with inflammatory foods. If I take a bite of gluten, it kills me. I highly recommend using activated charcoal too as this will help your body with any toxins but make sure to take 2 hours away from supplements. My safe foods seems to be any meat and cruciferous vegetables. If any of you are really sensitive, I would be sure to watch oxalates. It sucks that we have to sacrifice the foods others can easily eat, but sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do for your health and well-being. Thank you Doc for providing us info on this!

[@LowleyUK]

Wow, I've been going through the exact same thing for 15 years too. It has completely ruined my life. Fish/meat & cruciferous vegetables are my safe foods too. Although I can also have an/avocado/frozen mango/cucumber/mint smoothie which tastes really nice and makes me feel much better. I recommend it!

[@kayystaff]

@@LowleyUK Cucumber and mint are definitely safe for me. But, I have to be careful with avocado because of high histamines and my body just doesn't like a lot of fruit, especially tropical fruits. 😥 Supplementing methylfolate (B9) and methylcobalamin (B12) really help so much. This stupid gene is just more of a reason to stay on track with my diet/lifestyle. One wrong move and I feel it so intensely! I have started adding in a few red potatoes and they dont seem to bother me much. My life has become revolved around trying to find foods I don't react to! lol Good luck to you!!

[@5080-k5s]

I recognize myself in your story. Some days, when I eat the right things, I am firing..running on very high frequency, enormous amounts of energy. Eating the wrong thing, like cashew nuts for example and I crash, too tired to do anything and need to lay down a few times during the day for an hour sleep. It gives me this brain fog, not a headache but the slight feeling my brain is inflamated or vibrating. Key is to figure out exactly what to put into my body and what absolutely to avoid. Create a system for your B9 and B12 @katstaff317, like put them on your coffee-machine or next to your keys..something you need every day. Or make an notification on your phone,

[@JoelMorth]

Thanks for sharing! If you dont mind, how did you find out you had this defect? Was it some sort of test or perhaps a number of things?

[@kayystaff]

@@JoelMorth Hi Joel, I found out from bloodwork when I was seeing a nutritionist. I'm pretty sure that Dr. Ben Lynch has a gene test you can buy for around $90 to see if you have MTHFR or other mutated or "dirty" genes and a whole supplement line too. I would recommend starting there if you're curious.

[@cferguson2453]

Genetic testing confirms I have MTHFR and this overview by Dr. Berg is a great "cliff notes" to understanding the complications with good suggestions for supplements to help! Thanks Dr.Berg!

[@reidbrian08]

So you KNOW you have the gene. What have you been supplementing with since?? MG's etc.. please

[@lisamorrison6274]

How did you get tested? What does it cost?

[@sgtaneja]

MTHFR can be deficiency or rate limiting factor @ one/more points in the entire Folate cycle. You need availability of ALL Folate cycle metabolic cofactors to address MTHFR effectively. These are :: 1. Folate / MethylFolate / 5MTHF 2. Active B2 / R5P 3. Active B6 / P5P 4. Glycine/Serine 5. Methyl--B12 Folate metabolism is also rate limited by iron & heme metabolism, which in turn depends on availability of B6, B12, Copper, vit C, vit A & Glycine. And if you are looking at universal methyl donor, you also need SAMe/methionine. If you are looking to balance methylation , you also need Niacin/B3, which is a methyl group acceptor.

[@Kathleensophiacitrine888]

Thank you so much for this 🙏

[@juanitahyde1265]

So you need all these? Or need to check levels on these? Sorry confused

[@DrBenLynch]

The book, Dirty Genes, really dials in what MTHFR is, how it gets 'dirty' and then what to do about it. Take a quiz in the book to see if your MTHFR gene is dirty or not. This is a great video by Dr. Berg and happy to see someone else stating that folic acid is garbage! :)

[@anahclandestino8776]

Just got your book today Dr Ben Lynch

[@lf7065]

Will get your book, as I have the MTHFR snip. Thank you both for shedding light on this! 🙂

[@DDumbrille]

But is it really a 'defect'?

[@avecrux333]

My doctor said I have this defect and don't methylate. Can that be changed with epigenetics, or am I doomed....? I'm very ill with fibro and CFS, so it's a concern.

[@KeyofDavid5778]

@@avecrux333 I take methyl guard plus from the company Thorne..... also I just started taking standard process is cataplex B in the day in cataplex G at night which has liver in it which has over 100 B vitamins. I hope this helps!

[@soulheights823]

My doctor did NOT explain this like you did.. Thank you so much Doctor Berg!!❤️

[@codehammer10]

that ending was gold! thank you for your knowledge Doc!

[@Drberg]

Thank you very much. Hope you are learning a lot here.

[@dkv95035]

Thank you for this scientific information! We work with Drs. My son's speech and communication skills improved after MTFRH protocol. We do not see any more speech processing problem. He understands verbal speech and talks without delay.

[@FarahRam-c4i]

What do you have do for your sohn please 😮

[@ari-jv]

1. Take methyl folate 2. Methyl coblamin 3. Avoid gluten and sugar 4. Take nac and reduced glutathione

[@YouButter]

Ty😊

[@ari-jv]

Be quiet

[@szymonbaranowski8184]

​@@mailboxmartahow come wear out what natural mechanism that works too slow and keeps junk building up?

[@dvan1759]

I was tested for MTHFR 25 years ago, way before social media. Dr. told me people who have MTHFR have autoimmune like symptoms.

[@inittiela4934]

mthfr has nothing to do with autoimmune problems

[@stephanieholderfield2475]

I'm here to say you're absolutely correct. I was DX with MTHFR 20 years ago and delt with miscarriages now at the ripe old age of 53 I am struggling with autoimmune symptoms, and I will be getting tested for Fibromyalgia.

[@inittiela4934]

​@@stephanieholderfield2475 in my opinion good blind shot would be to switch on animal products base diet it is really effective for treating many disease if you cant get into source of them

[@inittiela4934]

​@@Blackbird_Singing_in_the-Night For me it looks like undermethylation so you may try carnivore diet because is high in methionine which will boost your mood but also detoxification and also is great for people with allergies,i know that people want one pill solution but i really encourage you to try this diet and you need to find someone that will help you do it right without getting any nutritional deficencies because all restrict diets have this risk, i will recommend you masterjohn chris channel to get knowladge

[@oloxhossono1956]

@@inittiela4934source?

[@madalineduran2776]

“The further a society drifts from the truth, the more it will hate those who speak it.” George Orwell

[@joesilkwood4958]

I really like that!!

[@annjean4369]

Madaline Duran,Exactly!

[@thestreamoflife1124]

Madaline Duran meaning ???

[@69birdboy]

gourmet cavewoman i assume that the functional medicine practicioners are suspected and hated

[@cmellowdee]

i love you i needed this quote

[@marycw]

I LOVE Dr Berg's videos. He always makes things clear and easy to understand. Also love the advice!!!

[@Atheist-Pinar]

Always get a good feeling and a smile on my face when I watch Dr Berg's videos. We greatly appreciate your commitment and expertise in natural medicine and transferring this to people.🌷 Greetings and much love from the Netherlands🌷 Thanks Dr Berg for telling each video down to the small, very important details.

[@ademinademuit1970]

Eens😉👍🏼

[@Aquarius7771]

YAY! I've been waiting for you to talk about this. Thank you!

[@The88logan]

I've had huge success with trimethylglycine as well.

[@zoezzzarko1117]

Which brand of TMG did you use?

[@liontribeofjudah5616]

Probably 40 percent of the population has it and is not aware. maybe more..from what my doctor told me..due to heart disease, Cancer rates, mental and immune disorders rising. I find that in itself very puzzling. Kids with Autism, ADD, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Anxiety Disorder, PTSD, Depression, Addictive behavior, Immune issues, should also be checked due to the explosion of cases here in the USA. With Autism still a mystery,2017 statistics showing us that 1 in 38 children now are on the Autism spectrum, as compared to the data in 2005, when it was 1 in 150.. Autistic kids are at higher risk for all the above mentioned, because they can not detox heavy metals due to low production of glutathione, due to MTHFR. Also Sulfa drugs cant be metabolized if you have MTHFR. Anemia, can suggest MTHFR. Diabetics should be tested. Vaccinations of any kind are hard on these infants, toddlers, and adolescents, teens, even adults, because of the preservatives like aluminum and mercury in trace amounts. Everyone should have there doctor check for MTHFR, especially if you have multiple heath issues not being resolved, or a child with disease in any form. Dr. Ben Lynch seems to be outspoken about MTHFR. I still find this whole thing not normal or naturally occurring.

[@lucybellescott7531]

Wonder if it's my issue .. after testing my functional doc gave me supplement. xymogen 5-MTHF ES - 10,000 mcg Folate.

[@claudiorojas1234]

This it what is causing Autism!

[@martiestelar105]

👏👏👏

[@cmellowdee]

as soon as i saw u say "sulfa drugs cant be metabolized and anemia is an indicator" i gasped. Not only have i been chronically iron deficient anemic my whole life i am allergic to sulfa drugs

[@whitevoodooman7276]

@@cmellowdee did u buy any methylfolate. How it go if u did love

[@karrieforsling3388]

I want to say a big thank you Dr. Berg. Your videos are incredible and so helpful for my education. I believe in being as “natural “ as possible but it is very challenging to put all the pieces together. I look to your videos for learning as much as I can so I can give my body what it needs. Just want you to know how much I appreciate you for sharing your wisdom❣️

[@mattj500]

I’m homozygous for this. I downloaded my dna test result from 23 and me and then did a search on my page and compared my results to the database. It’s actually pretty neat. But yeah this mutation was destroying my focus and I literally felt like a zombie. Just not alive or here. I take 3 capsules a week usually and my life has been so much better. I feel alive and I can focus and my eyes don’t feel heavy anymore. On top of that I got a inattentive adhd diagnosis and got put on low dose methylphenidate and that had helped me a lot with motivation and thinking as I am a senior in college.

[@cmauro6827]

What is this database please. Thanks. I have my 23andMe.

[@Kyman23]

Yes please share

[@Mburke117]

What capsules are you taking?

[@reinas9666]

What capsule do u take please

[@TheJLH]

God I wish I wasn’t today years old (38) when I found out about this

[@thuywu2304]

Absolutely fantastic topic.Thankful dr Berg for your excellent explanation

[@xanderfarm2860]

This is a great breakdown! Lots of helpful information for anyone trying to understand MTHFR and what to do about it. :)

[@exxzxxe]

The clearest explanation I have heard. Thanks!

[@Drberg]

Most welcome! Glad you found it helpful!

[@markwarner2257]

I have the other MTHFR SNP not mentioned here. Its the A1298C (E429A RS1801131(C,C) ), There is very little information on what the effects of this SNP might be.

[@Countrygirlwithasideofgangsta]

I have been living with this for 52 years now and had no idea until last week. I have been seeking answers from my doctors for decades for all of my on going symptoms throughout my life. Living with this has been a nightmare. Glad i finally have answers and can hopefully prolong my life and my children can be tested, as well.

[@Boemtie]

do you feel better now and if so what do you take?

[@Countrygirlwithasideofgangsta]

@Boemtie I am 😊 I take the methylated B vitamins, NAC, Vit D and C(just to name a few)I am a Vegan for the most part, exercise daily and have started drinking more water. For the mental health part, I do morning affirmations and meditations. All of these combined transformed my life in the best possible ways.

[@Boemtie]

@@Countrygirlwithasideofgangsta thats good to hear, im struggeling as for what dosage each of these vitamins have to be , how much do you take?

[@BigBoss-rw4mn]

@@Countrygirlwithasideofgangstayou are 52 lol if that’s your real pic, you are so beautiful I can’t believe it 😅

[@Countrygirlwithasideofgangsta]

@@BigBoss-rw4mn 53 in 9 days, in fact lol Yes. That's me. Thank you 😁

[@marcierenee15]

Besides methylated B complex the mineral molybdenum has been soooooo helpful for me and IF of course.

[@joan3891]

Thank you so much! I take methyl folate but will add a few more. I love your videos and share them often!

[@alextate9531]

I feel so amazing on methylfolate! So glad I know about this.

[@gulfportgyrl8798]

How do we know how much to take? What us a good dose?

[@bubblerings]

Yes.. There are 1mg and 15 mg, commonly.

[@sw3929]

I have this gene. I was also diagnosed with an autoimmune disease “MOG”. I’m always low on iron, my whole life. My white blood cells are always low, my b12 is high. I need to eat better, here I go. Just started taking a liquid b12 methyl folate.

[@beljankel]

I thought it was an abbreviation for an insult!

[@EricBergHRV]

It does look like that - doesn;'t it

[@groovyhippiechick]

beljankel LoL, me too!!

[@robertfox1975]

beljankel lol

[@linjones2566]

beljankel yesss..lol

[@atalayo3o0o]

totally

[@aunties5798]

Dr. Berg, I just wanna wish you a Happy Easter for your amazing videos. Thank you.

[@EricBergHRV]

Oh, that is right - I forgot, its Easter - Happy Easter

[@Mdaddarioe]

Gee, forgetting Easter is similar to forgetting to breathe.

[@apelger8360]

Thank you so much for explaining this to me in simple terms!! You're the first one.

[@Treasuremonk]

I found out I had this after 2 PEs and almost died 10 years ago. I watched this and cried ! Because I have the joint pain, the anxiety, can’t sleep. Drs just don’t care and blame these on other things.

[@jeearr7082]

I’ve just been diagnosed with compound MTHFR (2 Heterozygous gene mutations) and I’ve been doing some research and found exactly what Dr.Berg says in this video. Could have saved myself a lot of time and just come here 🤦‍♀️😂

[@lidi5805]

I am shocked. I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in 1998, at age 23. I was tested for MTHFR and Faktor V leiden in 2007. Both Positive, F.V Leiden heterozygot. Nobody ever has told me taking anything against the mutations. My joints are very damaged. I have total knee replacements since 2006. I am taking a b vitamin complex on my own decision since months. (Methylcobalamin, 5-mthf glucosamin….) I am taking a dandelion- milk thistle-artichoke capsule every day for liver detox, and a Melatonin tablet before bed. I am on methotrexat and I must take folic acid (prescribed by my doctor) I have depression since years, and panic attackes. 😢

[@notnow7973]

How are you feeling?

[@pjandjennystevens2799]

You are gold Dr. Berg! Your videos are concise, succinct, so informative, and with actionable recommendations! Thank you for taking your time to put this information together!! ❤

[@Drberg]

I appreciate your comment! Glad you enjoy my videos!

[@michaelmooney9662]

@@Drberg do you have a video about trimethylglycine? (forgive my spelling)

[@nicholasbusetti7882]

Interesting video Dr. Berg. I had gene testing done which revealed I have MTHFR C677T Homozygous Mutation Detected. A naturopath started me on Bio-active B vitamins which showed improvements however advancing to Methyl Fortify just made me have anxiety. I thank you for making this video, your explanation is simple and clear to understand as I want to revisit this issue with a bit more research. Would be awesome if you could dive a little deeper in another video on this topic.

[@EricBergHRV]

Yes, its very basic and I didn't get into the variants that can occur and tweaks needed - have to put that on the list.

[@zynzane9680]

the book says you must start methyl folate at a low dose or you will have the symptoms you desribed, I recommend reading it. Dirty Genes by Ben Lynch, goes into more detail.

[@whitevoodooman7276]

How are you getting on now . Do you take it and if so how do u feel on it

[@kellyledoux-lee6271]

I too have MTHFR C677T and would love a Dr Berg video on this!

[@samanthadale2161]

Thank you for the information! I would love your vitamins recommendations!

[@IncineratedHam]

Methyl folate + B12 + NAC + fish oil + lithium orotate has changed my life

[@chelsbolin]

Thanks for sharing 🙏🏾

[@stephdorward4440]

How much methylfolate and lithium?thanks

[@IncineratedHam]

@@stephdorward4440 I do a very small amount of methylfolate (headaches) and 5mg lithium orotate

[@bobcook5526]

A year ago I had severe depression for about 5 months. My doctor prescribed several different antidepressants, different strengths and 2 different at the same time. I am homozygous for the MTHFR gene. I started taking methyl folate and methyl cobalamin. In an about 5 days my depression was gone. I understand that there is a large percentage of people that antidepressants don’t work on. So maybe this is the reason.

[@kristif5009]

That's was the best explanation that I've ever heard. Your awesome, Dr Berg!

[@Drberg]

Awesome! Glad it could help. Dr. Berg's Support Team

[@gracieroberts4562]

I would love if you could touch on this again!

[@catherineozarko5480]

Thank you once again Dr. Berg. As always, so helpful. This explains so much.

[@sabrinaandhusband7791]

Same here, though I don't have any addictions or illnesses mentioned in the video, yet it explains how we inherit certain genes, especially for these common diseases.

[@Treasuremonk]

I spent over 10 years flying around world working , to come home with severe lower leg pains to go to ER numerous times. Always to be told “muscle tears” “you’re a drug seeker”, I then had a Saddle embolism and lived, told it was “anxiety “,, then had another 6 months later. Before being diagnosed

[@AndyHugRetro]

Thanks Dr Berg, always an interesting and helpful watch

[@meditationvibrations8548]

Thanks .. Always to the point and Very simple to understand

[@tigercece11]

Thank you for this video! I am homozygous for it, and this really helped me understand. I have been taking folate for 2 months and my brain feels so much clearer and less foggy.

[@ellaneruda]

Are you taking folate, or L-methylfolate? You want to take the methylized version! (The active / broken down)

[@artloverCDN]

@@ellaneruda No, not everyone can take the methylfolate supplements.

[@ellaneruda]

@@artloverCDN Why not? It is expensive but I have not heard about allergies or anything like that. Do you have a source I could look at?

[@artloverCDN]

@@ellaneruda Research it. Lots of information out there on this topic. It will only work for a short time and then can cause high anxiety amongst other things.

[@ellaneruda]

@@artloverCDNIt would be easier to research it if you had any sort of source for me to reference. I have been on it for two years and my practitioner did not say anything about it being a short term treatment only.

[@Bella-vr4mt]

You are the best! You explain things so well. Thank you so much.

[@Drberg]

I appreciate your comment! Glad to help!

[@SB-mw1bg]

A simple diagnosis, but not easy to fix. My blood shows high folic acid, histamine and higher MCV. Translation......allergy symptoms without the allergy. I have the A1298C mutation.

[@ShopElletta]

Thank you so much for making this video!!! Wish I could like it a million times!!!

[@WillCarrot]

Hey Dr Berg, can you do an updated video on this please?

[@bubblerings]

He has much longer ones.. So maybe no update..

[@bubblerings]

Videos on folate and b12

[@nicolenicole319]

Ordered what you recommended ! Thank you!😀

[@MarkZiegler]

Folic acid is the synthesized version that is commonly used in processed foods and supplements. Folate can be found in whole foods such as leafy vegetables, eggs, and citrus fruits.

[@deven8084]

So we want to eat the foods with Folate or does it build up like FOLIC ACID?

[@TheFibtastic]

@@deven8084natural folate doesn’t block receptors In us like folic acid. I take methyl b12 and methyl folate but also eat leafy greens and other foods with natural folate (liver, certain nuts/seeds, black beans…). It wasn’t a sudden change and finding the right levels was tough but 6 months in and I feel so much better.

[@rajaadawood5171]

Thanks a million Dr Berg 🙏🌷🌿💕

[@tariqmalik324]

Great info really enjoy your work ... you are a blessing to humanity thank you

[@Rahel8811]

I also wanted to mention to anyone who likes rapini this is an Italian dish it's other name is broccoli rabi and it is a staple in Italian cuisine. It's a green bitter and an acquired taste, somthing like a spinach collard green broccoli. Just blanch it with evoo and garlic. It's delisious I just was wondering I eat bowl fulls all day of this so ppl should try it also if your looking for a different type of green veg to eat.

[@Rahel8811]

en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rapini

[@Maddie9185]

I went to a Dr a few years ago and she told me that I have MTHFR and so does my daughter. I don’t have any symptoms but my daughter has a depression and anxiety

[@tuppientuppi8356]

Thank you so much for making this - I believe I requested this video a while back and now it's here!! So amazing! Love it. Have a wonderful Easter - Hugs to you and Mrs. Berg from Norway! :D Oh hey, and the MTHFR mutation can in some cases be a contributing cause to autoimmune diseases, right?

[@barbaramcintosh8581]

yes

[@danceblanche1]

Happy Easter! Thank you for the great videos!

[@EricBergHRV]

Happy Easter to you too:)

[@keritho5578]

That shirt looks good on you!

[@Jmka-q3h]

Thanks for sharing knowledge, dr. Berg. That really changes lives of others

[@lisajackson8166]

Great explanation of this subject. I just found out I have the MTHFR gene and that it may be the root of the anxiety I’ve experienced. I’m too sensitive to B vitamins to take them, they are too stimulating for me. Any suggestions as to what I can do for my B 12? I am using a glutathione cream. Any other suggestions.

[@_einodmilvado]

Same story here about sensitive to b vit

[@-GloryDays]

I've got 2 copies of MTHFR and found L-theanine & GABA supplements great for anxiety

[@elvisedimo5694]

MTHFR is been said to be a B2 deficiency. So make sure your levels are good. Another thing B6 toxicity van also be a big problem for you and very dangerous. Check it out. All these things hit hard on your body. You need a good magnesium for the pains cos it can be messy some days. Like it is for me today.

[@OnochieAfigbo]

This has simplified it for me immensely.

[@flashgordon6510]

My husband has this defect, so he's starting the vitamins. I'm hoping they'll help - he definitely suffers from anxiety and addiction issues, as well as sleep issues. I doubt I can get him to give up wheat and sugar, though.

[@bentonmadsen8359]

I have found in my own case that wheat products I make at home using French flour provide me the ability to enjoy wheat without the side effects. French flour (much like English flour) is not legally mandated to be fortified and therefor contains no folic acid. I find it considerably more satisfying, and weirdly I have most more weight faster allowing myself some home cooked wheat then I did when I cut all grains all together. As a side note, the quality of pretty much all EU regulated yeast is considerably higher.

[@whitneymoore4507]

This is literally the best video out there. Great video!

[@Drberg]

Thank you very much, I'm glad you enjoyed it! Dr. Berg's Support Team

[@Chgomom]

Dr Berg. Thank you for addressing this. It can get complex mostly because MTHFR is not a stand alone defect for most people. It works in concert with all the others. If MTHFR is all you are dealing with then supplementing with methyl folate is a good thing But if you also have a snp such as COMT ++ or MAO, then supplementing with active folate can cause problems because it causes a build up of methyls. There are different forms of folate and B12 that are not methylated that might be better for some. It's all very interesting! This is a tough subject to discuss as it needs a deep dive in order to be accurate. Love your videos!

[@kaylag9983]

Hello, I'm looking to fix myself since I have a lot of "dirty genes" because I'm young and feel crappy all the time. I have to ask you, so what does COMT ++ mean? Does that mean COMT with both of the variants that make it a dirty gene? From my understanding so far, if you have one of the 55 genes from the book then you look to see if you have one or both of the variants. If you have one of the variants, then it's in the yellow. If you have both variants then it's in the red, and needs to be fixed first. I have the MTHFR gene and COMT H62H

[@cherylrangel5613]

++ means have that particular SNP from both parents known as homozygous. Mthfr has several different SNPs.

[@UnboxGeniusFinds]

Please do an update on this please

[@agnionecranemachinary9422]

like your sense of humor at the end dr berg ☺

[@benzedrex]

Thank you for this video!

[@tysonhawk5437]

When I first saw this title...I realized my brain is still in Jr High.

[@zoezzzarko1117]

Same !!

[@maenad1231]

Im glad I’m not the only one who saw profanity lol

[@chainr1ng]

LOL the ending was worth the wait. Nice work. We love your electrolytes blend! Day 3 of our fast and feeling light-footed and higher acuity.

[@cherylwilliams4245]

Where can u find the electrolytes blend.x

[@davidcaruso9123]

Wow another fantastic video packed with great information, thanks dr Berg!

[@bashag5477]

Thanks so much. It is a great summary!!!

[@joesilkwood4958]

That ending was hilarious! Press subscribe, FORGET IT!! LOL. great video as always

[@txgrandma3]

Great info. Thanks for sharing!

[@misstomich]

Can people with MTHFR use your nutritional yeast? I just ordered some and noticed it has folic acid in it.

[@GailWaut]

What was the answer to your question?

[@carolinelaronda4523]

Get the unfortified kind

[@Dolphin_457]

Hi. I inherited the MTHFR-C677T polymorphism, heterozygous. Totally asymptomatic so far, however I do consume leafy green cruciferous vegetables for folate/B9, NAC, TMG and methylated B complex vitamins. Because although asymptomatic and with normal homocysteine levels, I suspect my methylation pathways are not optimal.

[@TheSalonGuy]

I was recently put on quatrafolic for this and am now having side effects down below like not being able to climax. I’m also on 25mg of DHEA. Would any of this cause side effects? It’s very frustrating.

[@JonathanOvnat]

When you stop taking it does the problem goes away?

[@philipharned944]

You are not disclosing enough facts for anyone to tell. DHEA can metabolize into estrogen. Anyone who gives you an answer can only be guessing.

[@trendafile6356]

I asked dr berg if quatrefolic is folate or folic acid..can someone please help me out?

[@guadisch3136]

Let's keep up voting this. I did read on mthfr forums that not all forms are equal for all types of mthfr.

[@wiltedblonde]

@@trendafile6356it is a form of methylated folate. ( I was able to search on Google and found numerous hits explaining this.) Hope that helps.

[@FynchsTip]

You are my favorite doctor!

[@chhopraki]

Dr Berg this is interesting. Would love to see you make a video for MTHFR( heterozygous defect), COMT(homozygous defect). These supplements recommended doesn’t lead to good outcome for these people it seems like . Turns out taking these supplements cause over-methylation and creates a dopamine overload. Folks report that they are not able to sleep in several days due to methyl cobalamin and methyl folate -> overmethylation-> dopamine hit-> insomnia and panick attacks. So what is your take here. This is worth a video on its own, about 25 to 30% of population is affected by variants on this.

[@mickmarkwick2263]

Great information Dr Berg thanks for sharing...

[@marthatorres5598]

Gracias por esta explicación que hace más fácil de comprender este tema. Mi hijo de 16 años fue recientemente encontrado con Methylene tetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) deficiency y como desconozco totalmente el tema estoy en la búsqueda de información que me ayude a comprender para poder ayudar a mi hijo a mejorar.Este video me ha servido muchísimo. 😊 🤗. Muchas gracias otra vez.

[@clarestopher1797]

Just found out I have this! Very informative for a very strange little genetic defect!

[@bethart1985]

I just found out too! explains why i have so many problems. i dont even know where to begin now. waiting for the dr to get back with me with more info.

[@karlabrumfield4979]

how are you doing now that you discover it? What have you changed. Thanks

[@AuggieX1]

Awesome explanation... Thank you!

[@EricBergHRV]

:)

[@karenl6246]

Dr. Berg, I was identified for the C677T single mutation. Can you tell me how this would pertain to the information you shared. Thank you so much for your videos! They are so easy to understand!

[@claudiorojas1234]

Karen L everything applies the same but at a lower rate %40 Heavy metals will be the biggest issue if they add up, get a 24 toxic heavy metals urine test to see if anything is out of proportion.

[@samanthacutter2789]

Thank you, this is so helpful!!

[@slyfoxxsr.941]

2:26 I love Heavy Metal. Iron Maiden is my favorite band. :(

[@isabellasilvera9200]

Sly Foxx Sr. 👌

[@gemmala8704]

Same hahaha

[@dezzierez]

thank you so much! I have this mthfr defect and my Dr made it very confusing when this answered all my questions!

[@celtickitc]

Thank you. After watching this I purchased methylcobalin, methylfolate, gluathianone, nac, and magnesium oil for my young adult son with autism. We've been using Dr Abram Hoffer, MD personal daily vitamin protocol since 2016. Hoping this will help clean up brain fog and increase energy. Thanks 😊 this is good information 👍

[@LotusPrayer2]

Kit Cat hi, it’s been 3 months, would you share some insight? Thanks!

[@xMarlin13x]

Check out Coseva TRS. It removes heavy metals with zeolites. There is a Facebook group with over 60000 members and alot of great testimonials with people who have autism. Just search trs and look for the group with 60k members.

[@ellanola6284]

kit Cat, Have you tried Nemecheck Protocol .

[@Seeker2400]

Very clearly explained 👍

[@ITS_ALL_LlES]

Should have differentiated between MTHFR Undermethylation and Overmethylation. They are very different, with very different symptoms and treatments.

[@cassandragossen2412]

Where can I find this info or anyone that would talk on this subject?

[@juanitahyde1265]

Yeah how do you know which you are

[@Jmka-q3h]

The video seems talking about undermethylation

[@qtcurlz]

thank you for this very informative video- extremely helpful to guide in what to eat/not eat