Why this matters
Follow the questions linking symptoms, genetics, homocysteine, and immune signals.
How the pieces connect
A flow chart can help organize symptoms, family history, genes, blood results, and immune signals. Each step needs its own evidence.
A flow chart can help you ask questions
A simple chart can connect symptoms and family history with genes, homocysteine and immune signals. Each step needs its own evidence. A symptom does not confirm a genetic cause; a variant does not prove an abnormal blood result; and an abnormal result does not automatically select a treatment.
Keep in mind
A gene list cannot diagnose you. A common variant, even in both copies, does not by itself prove high homocysteine, an immune problem, or a need for supplements.
A question for your next conversation
What evidence supports moving from this step of the chart to the next?
BUILD YOUR UNDERSTANDING
A few concepts, made clearer.
AHCY
AHCY is the gene symbol used for Adenosylhomocysteinase. This page connects its terminology with the topics in the Purser Wellness teaching encyclopedia.
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BHMT is the gene symbol used for Betaine-Homocysteine S-Methyltransferase. This page connects its terminology with the topics in the Purser Wellness teaching encyclopedia.
Read the full referenceCBS
CBS is the gene symbol used for Cystathionine Beta-Synthase. This page connects its terminology with the topics in the Purser Wellness teaching encyclopedia.
Read the full referenceCTH
CTH is the gene symbol used for Cystathionine Gamma-Lyase. This page connects its terminology with the topics in the Purser Wellness teaching encyclopedia.
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One idea opens another.
Choose a subject to find the related teaching across videos, articles, courses and references.
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.
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
Dr. Purser discusses these supplements in relation to AHCY.
SUPPLEMENT OPTIONS
VARS SOD
Dr. Purser discusses these supplements in relation to CBS.
SUPPLEMENT OPTIONS
VARS Catalase Support
Dr. Purser discusses these supplements in relation to CBS.
SUPPLEMENT OPTIONS
P-5-P (Pyridoxine B6)
Dr. Purser discusses these supplements in relation to CTH.
See more supplement options
COMPARE YOUR OPTIONS
Methylation support
Explore supplements Dr. Purser discusses for methylation and antioxidant 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.
