THE TEACHING CONNECTION
Cellular recycling meets gut immunity
Cellular recycling meets gut immunity
ATG16L1 is involved in autophagy, a process that helps cells recycle parts. It is studied alongside gut immune function. Your symptoms, family history and actual findings matter more than a gene name alone.
Putting the pieces together
The teaching links the gut story with IL23R, PEMT and folate-related pathways: immune signaling, membranes/bile and nutrient handling can all enter the same conversation. Those connections do not make an IBS label, Crohn’s disease or another diagnosis interchangeable, and a common variant is not a substitute for a digestive workup.
Where the VARS Triad and MTHFR Daily fit
If you are exploring homocysteine or cytokines, Dr. Purser may discuss MTHFR Daily and the VARS Triad: VARS Glutathione, VARS SOD, and VARS Catalase. He gives glutathione a central place in his approach to antioxidant support.
A gene result alone cannot tell you that you need these products or that they will treat a condition. Review your current results, medicines, goals, and tolerance with your clinician before choosing a product or dose.
A question to bring to your visit
Which part of my history points to inflammation, absorption, bile-related digestion or another cause?
Reading your own results
Bring your original report, current results, health history, and medicines to your visit. This information can help you ask questions, but it cannot diagnose a condition or choose a supplement dose for you.
Variant lookup
These names can help you find an entry on your original genetic report. Seeing a name here does not tell you whether it affects your health or whether you need treatment.
Names you may see
Autophagy-Related 16-Like 1
EXPLORE WITH YOUR CARE TEAM
Supplements to explore
Compare the products below, including their ingredients and available forms. Your care team can help you choose one or more options for your needs.
Explore supplements Dr. Purser discusses alongside inflammation and antioxidant support.
SUPPLEMENT OPTIONS
D-Chiro-Inositol
Dr. Purser discusses these supplements in relation to ATG16L1.
Some genetic results may make these options more relevant to you. Review your full genetic report with your clinician before choosing a supplement.
CAPSULES & LIQUID
Glutathione options
Choose between capsule and liquid forms with your clinician.
SUPPLEMENT OPTIONS
VARS SOD
Ask your clinician how this option fits your results and current medicines.
SUPPLEMENT OPTIONS
VARS Catalase Support
Ask your clinician how this option fits your results and current medicines.
See more supplement options
COMPARE YOUR OPTIONS
Methylation support
MTHFR Daily and Hydroxy B12 + Folinic Acid are alternatives. Your results can help your clinician choose between them.
Tell your care team which supplements and medicines you already take. Check the product page for current ingredients, prices, and availability.
