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“The human brain needs an adequate intake of key nutrients, such as polyunsaturated fatty acids Omega-3, essential amino acids, B-group vitamins (B12 and folate), vitamin D and minerals like zinc, magnesium and iron.”

“The study was done in mice and focused on providing the essential micronutrients (B6, B12, folate, and methionine) which must be obtained through diet. Early-life stress was shown to reduce the levels of these micronutrients and this led to lasting negative effects on learning and memory in adulthood.”

Dr. Rhonda Patrick discusses supplement timing, exercise timing, supplements in older adults, folic acid vs. folate, and hydrogen-rich water.

“A few examples of genes with common polymorphism discussed are MTHFR and folate, NBPF3 and vitamin B6, FUT2 and vitamin B12, BCMO1 and beta-carotene, FADS2 and omega-3 fatty acids, CYP2R1 and vitamin D, PEMT and choline as well as APOE4 and FOXO3.”

“Nutrient absorption: Alcohol interferes with our ability to break down and absorb key micronutrients, including vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin C, vitamin D, folate, selenium, zinc, and magnesium, all of which have been identified as having anti-cancer properties.”

“Kale supplies folate, magnesium, vitamin K, fiber, lutein, and zeaxanthin; blueberries supply anthocyanins. Avocado adds fat, and a small feeding study found that avocado increased absorption of lutein and other carotenoids from salad.”

“Gene polymorphisms, small changes in an organism's DNA sequence, can affect the absorption and metabolism of nutrients, including vitamins and minerals. A polymorphism in the MTHFR gene that decreases enzyme activity leads to inefficient folate metabolism.”

“In this member Q&A clip, Dr. Rhonda Patrick reviews selenium, zinc, carnitines, CoQ10, folate, and marine omega-3s in sperm biology. A meta-analysis of randomized trials found improvements in selected semen measures with some antioxidant and nutrient interventions, but formulations varied and pregnancy or live-birth outcomes were limited.”

“A surprising finding from this study was the increase in serum folate levels due to an increase in folate-producing bacteria in the gut. Folate is a micronutrient that is richly found in green leafy vegetables.”

“The low protein diet changed the testicular expression of many folate-cycle enzymes (ie. Dhfr, Mthfr, and Mtr) and also changed DNA methyltransferases resulting in global hypomethylation.”