THE TEACHING CONNECTION
A different part of antioxidant handling
A different part of antioxidant handling
PON1 appears in Dr. Purser’s redox and conversion teaching alongside GST and NQO1. The genetics reference discusses it in relation to handling particular compounds and protecting lipids from oxidation. This adds a lipid-related dimension to the antioxidant conversation.
Putting the pieces together
Your diet, medicines, current results and exact variant can add context to a PON1 finding. The variant alone cannot diagnose a chemical exposure or tell you to start a supplement.
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
What measured findings make the lipid/redox connection relevant to me now?
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
Paraoxonase 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
PON1 supplement options
Dr. Purser discusses these supplements in relation to PON1.
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.
