| Product Description |
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Homocysteine is an amino acid produced in the body. Its metabolism is linked to that of several vitamins,
especially folic acid, B6, and B12. Deficiencies of those vitamins may cause elevated levels of homocysteine. In
recent years, studies have suggested that high levels of homocysteine increase a person's chance of developing
heart problem, stroke, and peripheral vascular problem (a reduced blood flow to the hands and feet).
A high level of homocysteine may be involved with Deposition of substances on the wall of blood vessel, Leading to narrowing blood vessel (the gradual buildup of fatty substances in
arteries). Homocysteine may make blood more likely to clot by increasing the stickiness of blood platelets. Clots
can block blood flow, causing a heart attack or stroke. Finally, higher homocysteine levels may make blood vessels
less flexible and less able to widen to increase blood flow when needed.
In addition to its potentially negative effects on the body at higher levels, homocysteine has other functions in the
body. It is rapidly broken down into the amino acid cysteine, adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a source of cellular
energy, and S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe).
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| Suggested Use
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| As a dietary supplement, take two capsules daily, or as directed by a healthcare professional.
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| Ingredients/Supplement Facts
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| Supplement Facts |
Serving Size : 2 Capsules |
| Ingredients |
Amount |
%DV |
| Vitamin B-6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) |
10 mg |
500% |
| Folic Acid |
800 mcg |
200% |
| Vitamin B-12 (as methylcobalamin) |
400 mcg |
6,667% |
| Trimethylglycine (as betaine base) |
500 mg |
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| Other
Ingredients:Microcrystalline Cellulose (Plant Fiber), Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate, and Silica. |
†: Daily value not established.
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| Additional Information |
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| Homocysteine-X is a nutraceutical formula that contains vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folic acid, and
Trimethylglycine (TMG), also known as betaine. Numerous studies support the use of a combination of folic acid,
vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 to reduce both free plasma homocysteine concentrations and the risk of heart problem
related to Deposition of substances on the wall of blood vessel, Leading to narrowing blood vessel.
TMG is a methyl donor that Enhances in the production of several brain chemicals. The donation of methyl groups by
betaine is very important to proper liver function, cellular replication, and detoxification reactions. Betaine has
been reported to play a role in reducing blood levels of homocysteine. While the main nutrients involved in
controlling homocysteine levels are folic acid, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12, betaine has been reported to be Enhanceful
in people whose elevated homocysteine levels did not improve with these other nutrients alone.
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