Raising Awareness, One Doctor At A Time
MTHFR Support Announcements
- Floxies
- Oxalates
- Mushrooms
Could Floxies Be Dealing with an Impaired Glycine Cleavage System?
I was made aware of oxalates a few years back. Susan Owens from http://lowoxalate.info/ contacted me after she had heard I was wanting to reach out to her and learn a little more about oxalic acid and how it impairs sulfation. At first it was as if she was speaking Chinese to me. If this oxalate issue was such a big thing, why did I not know about it earlier? The day she contacted me, everything that I thought I knew about genetics changed.
Since our meeting, I went from obsessing over methylation to learning about this glyoxylate metabolic process which seemed to be impacting methionine synthase. When the glyoxylate metabolic process/glycine cleavage system is not working, the body makes endogenous oxalate, shuts down methionine synthase due to oxidative stress, starts “hogging” up the transport system it shares with sulfation, prevents D3 and carcinogenic estrogens from being sulfated and prevents us from being able to make GcMAF.
My team at MTHFR Support got to work on pulling SNPs out that were on this glyoxylate metabolic process. This is now one of the sections that most chronically ill focus on. We also started working on a section called the pentose phosphate pathway because without this pathway functioning, B6 activity is poor and the glycine cleavage system which is on the glyoxylate metabolic process has poor activity.
What is a floxie? A floxie is someone who has been injured by fluoroquinolones. Fluoroquinolones are a class of antibiotics used for an array of infections but most commonly used for urinary tract infections. When floxies are injured they usually have poor collagen production. This is where the glyoxylate metabolic process/glycine cleavage system is super important. Ascorbic acid is metabolized to oxalate at high doses and when the glyoxylate metabolic process is not working, the body makes endogenous oxalate. Proline cannot be assimilated when this metabolic process is not functioning and lysine is a big player in B6 activity itself.
The three big players in collagen production are vitamin C, lysine and proline. Now we have many doing a low oxalate diet, but what if I told you that there was something out there that could help you bypass a low oxalate diet? There is even a pilot study on the reduction of glycolic, oxalic and glyceric acids showing a significant reduction in not only the metabolites to do with oxalate but yeast, bacterial and fungal markers as well.
Aquanew.com has a product called Watt-Ahh that has shown just this.
Look at the pilot study yourself.
For The Love of Mushrooms!
Many mushrooms have unique healing properties. They are loaded with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. They are immune modulators, prebiotics and have many healing properties. Some are actually studied for their medicinal properties in fighting cancer, mast cell and cytokine storms.
Here are some of my favorites.
FreshCap Chaga Capsules (120 Count)
A powerful antioxidant packed with immune supporting beta-d glucans. There’s a reason Chaga is known as the “king of medicinal mushrooms”. It’s a difference you can feel, guaranteed! Known as the “king of medicinal mushrooms”, Chaga is a powerful antioxidant used for whole-body wellness, anti-aging, and digestive support. Dual extracted powder for maximum benefit. Protect your cells and support your immune system with this do-it-all mushroom.
FreshCap Chaga Mushroom Extract (60G Powder)
- A powerful antioxidant packed with immune supporting beta-d glucans. There’s a reason Chaga is known as the “king of medicinal mushrooms”. It’s a difference you can feel, guaranteed. Add to coffee, tea, or smoothies. Known as the “king of medicinal mushrooms”, Chaga is a powerful antioxidant used for whole-body wellness, anti-aging, and digestive support. Dual extracted powder for maximum benefit. Protect your cells and support your immune system with this do-it-all mushroom.
FreshCap Cordyceps Capsules (120 Count)
- Cordyceps is the ultimate mushroom for energy and endurance. 100% pure, dual extracted, and tested for verified levels of active compounds. It’s a difference you can feel, guaranteed! It’s time to crush those fitness goals! Known as the “energy mushroom”, Cordyceps militaris is used by both athletes and weekend warriors for boundless energy, next level endurance, and a bullet-proof immune system. Dual extracted for maximum benefit and packed into all natural plant based capsules.
FreshCap Cordyceps Mushroom Extract (60G Powder)
- Cordyceps is the ultimate mushroom for energy and endurance. 100% pure, dual extracted, and tested for verified levels of active compounds. It’s a difference you can feel, guaranteed!
- It’s time to crush those fitness goals! Known as the “energy mushroom”, Cordyceps militaris is used by both athletes and weekend warriors for boundless energy, next level endurance, and a bullet-proof immune system. Dual extracted for maximum benefit.
FreshCap Lion’s Mane Capsules (120 Count)
- Bye bye brain fog! Lion’s Mane is a mushroom for your brain. 100% pure, dual extracted, and tested for verified levels of active compounds. It’s a difference you can feel.
- Lion’s Mane is a mushroom for your brain. Used to support cognitive function, mental clarity and mood. Dual extracted for maximum benefit and packed into an all natural plant based capsule, this mushroom will have your brain firing on all cylinders.
FreshCap Lion’s Mane Mushroom Extract (60G Powder)
- Bye bye brain fog! Lion’s Mane is a mushroom for your brain. 100% pure, dual extracted, and tested for verified levels of active compounds. It’s a difference you can feel.
- Lion’s Mane is a mushroom for your brain. Used to support cognitive function, mental clarity and mood. Dual extracted for maximum benefit, this powerful mushroom will have your brain firing on all cylinders.
FreshCap Shroomies® – Mushrooms For Dogs
- Our specially formulated blend of 7 functional mushrooms, lovingly crafted into delicious chewable treats. Promotes healthy joints, heart and cognitive health, and total immune support. The best way to share the benefits of mushrooms with your dog!
- A powerful blend of 7 functional mushrooms, lovingly crafted into delicious chewable treats. 7 Functional Mushrooms: Mushroom extracts made from 100% pure mushroom fruiting bodies, with no myceliated rice, oats, or other grains. EPA and DHA: Omega-3 fatty acids that can support cardiovascular health and brain function. L-Theanine: Naturally calming and can help to reduce effects of normal environmental stress. Turmeric: A powerful antioxidant. Contains compounds that can promote healthy joints. BioPerine®: Used to help improve the absorption of curcumin from turmeric. Kelp: Contains iodine which can help support normal thyroid function.
FreshCap THRIVE 6 Mushroom Complex (120 Capsules)
- The ultimate mushroom blend for immunity, cognition and energy. Thoroughly extracted and tested for verified levels of active compounds. It’s a difference you can feel.
- THRIVE 6 is a powerful, potent, and effective mushroom extract supplement made from organic whole fruiting bodies and thoroughly extracted for bio-active compounds. It’s the ultimate blend to deliver all the amazing benefits of mushrooms. Each bottle contains 120 capsules (60 servings) of pure mushroom extract powder, equally split between 6 amazing species.
FreshCap THRIVE 6 Mushroom Extract (60g Powder)
- The ultimate “add to anything” mushroom blend for immunity, cognition and energy. These mushrooms are the real deal. Powerful, natural and organic. It’s a difference you can feel.
- THRIVE 6 is the ultimate mushroom super-blend to deliver all the amazing benefits of functional mushrooms. A powerful, potent, and effective mushroom extract supplement made from organic whole fruiting bodies (aka real mushrooms, not grain) and thoroughly extracted for bio-active compounds. Each tub contains 60 servings of pure mushroom extract powder, equally split between 6 amazing species.
FreshCap Try Mushrooms Starter Kit
3 BEST SELLING MUSHROOM EXTRACTS + A BONUS POWER MIXER Perfect for adding to smoothies, coffee, tea, or other recipes. This bundle includes:
- CORDYCEPS for energy and endurance*
- LION’S MANE for cognitive support*
- THRIVE 6, a blend of 6 powerful mushrooms*
- BONUS: Power Mixer for easily making your elixirs!
Experience the benefits of premium mushroom extracts made from whole fruiting body with no grain, starch, or added fillers. These extracts are the real deal! Verified levels of active compounds so you know exactly what you are getting. This bundle contains three of our best-selling mushroom extract powders, plus a BONUS power mixer.
FreshCap Turkey Tail Capsules (120 Count)
- 100% pure Turkey Tail extract capsules made from whole mushroom fruiting bodies. Thoroughly hot water extracted, and tested for verified levels of active compounds. Revered for centuries for its health benefits, Turkey Tail is a mushroom packed with immune supporting beta-glucans to give your immune system the support it needs. Hot water extracted for maximum benefit and packed into all natural plant based capsules. Stay healthy all year long with this powerful mushroom.
FreshCap Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract (60g Powder)
- 100% pure Turkey Tail extract powder made from whole mushroom fruiting bodies. Thoroughly hot water extracted, and tested for verified levels of active compounds. Revered for centuries for its health benefits, Turkey Tail is a mushroom packed with immune supporting beta-glucans to give your immune system the support it needs. Hot water extracted for maximum benefit and packed into all natural plant based capsules. Stay healthy all year long with this powerful mushroom.
FreshCap Ultimate Mushroom Starter Kit
6 BEST SELLING MUSHROOM EXTRACTS + A BONUS POWER MIXER Perfect for adding to smoothies, coffee, tea, or other recipes. This bundle includes:
- CORDYCEPS for energy and endurance*
- LION’S MANE for cognitive support*
- CHAGA for anti-oxidant power*
- TURKEY TAIL for ultimate immune support*
- REISHI for relaxation and sleep support*
- THRIVE 6, a blend of 6 powerful mushrooms*
- BONUS: Power Mixer for easily making your elixirs!
Experience the benefits of premium mushroom extracts made from whole fruiting body with no grain, starch, or added fillers. These extracts are the real deal! Verified levels of active compounds so you know exactly what you are getting. This bundle contains all six of our best-selling mushroom extract powders plus a bonus power mixer.
