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Has anyone else used Dr. Rodney Russell and did you find his recommendations comprehensive and helpful? Am considering a Skype session with him (I'm in Los Angeles, his in TX and CO). My only concern is he's not an MD, but an Chiropractor. Any experiences? How about other recommendations for supplement protocol physicians, esp. with multiple MTHFR mutations. Thanks!

Saw your post and was wondering who your doctor is...I live near Charleston wv

Have you found someone to help yet. I am a functional medicine practitioner and nutritional therapist practising in the UK. Have growing experience of working with those who have done nutrigenetic tests. Running courses for practitioners also. Important to take a holistic view, using functional tests and not be tempted to treat the snps.

Have you found someone to help yet. I am a functional medicine practitioner and nutritional therapist practising in the UK. Have growing experience of working with those who have done nutrigenetic tests. Running courses for practitioners also. Important to take a holistic view, using functional tests and not be tempted to treat the snps.

Hard to find a good doc when you don't mention location - my internist is fantastic, uses many treatments suggested by one of the best docs out there on methylization issues - Dr. Amy Yasko.

Her book is a must have for folks like us:

http://www.scribd.com/doc/86457985/Genetic-Bypass-Book#scribd

Lots of stuff on the web about her, this is link to her site:

http://www.dramyyasko.com/our-unique-approach/methylation-cycle/

Diagram of methylization pathways, genes/snp's and relationship to Krebs and detox metabolism:

http://www.dramyyasko.com/diagrams-listing/

I take too many supplements to list them all (disabled from Lyme disease, CFS, MCS), but below are ones that have helped the most for the MTHFR defects - please take note - I am NOT suggesting or recommending anyone take these supplements without doing plenty of research and discussing them with your doctor first - taking too much of any of these at the start, or in certain combinations (taken at the same time), will make you herx like crazy, and may overstress liver/kidneys/GI system - finding the correct dosages and combos takes time and patience - it took me several years of tinkering to find the right combo for me ... More

Hard to find a good doc when you don't mention location - my internist is fantastic, uses many treatments suggested by one of the best docs out there on methylization issues - Dr. Amy Yasko.

Her book is a must have for folks like us:

http://www.scribd.com/doc/86457985/Genetic-Bypass-Book#scribd

Lots of stuff on the web about her, this is link to her site:

http://www.dramyyasko.com/our-unique-approach/methylation-cycle/

Diagram of methylization pathways, genes/snp's and relationship to Krebs and detox metabolism:

http://www.dramyyasko.com/diagrams-listing/

I take too many supplements to list them all (disabled from Lyme disease, CFS, MCS), but below are ones that have helped the most for the MTHFR defects - please take note - I am NOT suggesting or recommending anyone take these supplements without doing plenty of research and discussing them with your doctor first - taking too much of any of these at the start, or in certain combinations (taken at the same time), will make you herx like crazy, and may overstress liver/kidneys/GI system - finding the correct dosages and combos takes time and patience - it took me several years of tinkering to find the right combo for me, which won't be the right combo for anyone else:

MSM
Life Extension Optimized Folate L-Methylfolate (B-9)
methylcobalamin (B-12)
Pantothenic acid (B-5)
Acetyl Glutathione (be VERY careful with this one!)
Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Caps from Life Extension (B-6)
Yerba Prima Great Plains Bentonite Clay Detox (inert liquid toxin binder)
L-methionine (powder and capsule form)
Cracked cell-wall Chlorella (algae based toxin binder)
N-Acetyle Cysteine (NAC) - major liver benefits from this one
Activator Plus from Wellness Resources - full of essential amino acids, I cannot get by without taking this daily, 2 caps x 2/day

Per your main complaints, just my experiences, not a diagnosis:

1. Insomnia - mine is usually caused by an imbalance of neurotransmitters, and at times from thyroid issues - many OTC supplements mess with neurotransmitter levels, like one I used to take for chronic pain, DLPA (had to stop, spiked serotonin levels, but it worked while I was on it).

2. Neck pain - that is frequently referred pain caused by stress on other organs - for me, lung stress causes the worst neck stiffness/pain (asthma from pollution, especially ozone), also stiffens my diaphragm, which raises blood pressure too high at times, requiring BP meds until I can get PT to relieve the problems.

3. Weight gain/loss - for me it was a combo of a stagnant lymphatic system and water weight gain from chronic systemic inflammation, weight can hop around by +/- 4-5 pounds per DAY at times, caused by multiple health issues (and at times inactivity when not feeling well), too many things to list them all - will mention three:

a) Systemic inflammation - helped by OTC fish oil derived purified EPA (no DHA, which causes LDL-C to go up). Got a prescription for Rx drug Vascepa, 4 g/day pure EPA, overall pain levels almost disappeared, lost 10 lbs (5%) of inflammation-caused weight in 6 months, visibly skinnier all over - EPA is a powerful anti-inflammatory - FDA label is for reducing high triglycerides, but if you can get it off-label it's worth every penny. Without a doubt it's the best weapon in my arsenal, by far.

b) Kidney problems - for me, a pathway for detoxing allergens and other toxins - kidney inflammation/stress caused swollen toes/feet and visible swelling on lower back. My internist suggested I try an herbal remedy called "Kidney Rescue", was a godsend - lost another 5 lbs after starting it, feet swelling nearly disappeared, but recently flared up when ragweed season started - upped my dose, felt much better.

c) Periodontal problems - this was a recent discovery for me - neglected dental care for too long, ended up with an infected tooth that had to be extracted, replaced with an expensive implant, and 4 sessions of under the gum scraping to get rid of plaque and bacteria - thousands of dollars in bills because I stopped getting routine cleanings - stupid! If your gums bleed after brushing, you have a MAJOR health problem - that bacteria is going straight into your bloodstream and aggravating the heck out of your immune system.

Again, do not buy or take anything I've mentioned without discussing things with your health care team (I have 7 in mine) - you may have allergic reactions to some herbal products, and need liver/kidneys monitored via regular testing to make sure you are doing good, not harm, to your body. Less

I recommend John R.M. Day, M.D. at Haelan LifeStream Center in Crestone, CO. He is a retired surgeon who has been offering the best holistic care I know. Body-mind-emotion-spirit. Has a strong biochemical background and fabulous healing presence. He has a nice Retreat Center where many of us clients come to visit and work with him. Also does phone consults. See www.HaelanLifeStream.com. He is seasoned in all aspects of holistic and conventional care. His rates are really low.

Dr John Cantanzo with health coach 7.

Coleen Walsh, FCA, MNT, Functional Nutritionist, Master Nutrition Therapist - specializes in MTHFR and complex related issues. In Denver but does most consults via Skype. Harvestingnutrition.com or email her at harvestingnutrition@icloud.com
Best of luck to you-

I don't know where you live, but one thing that I think would help is having a great diet. I am taking the TQI online class now and am so totally impressed with the clarity of information, the focus of reducing inflammation in our diet and how I have eliminated snoring, GERD, aches/pains and unwanted pounds by following the elimination (core) diet plan. This is the Abascal Way plan - she has her plan in a book - I have no association to this way of eating except for benefiting with improved health. good luck.

I highly recommend Dr. Jess Armine, who does phone/Skype consultations as well:
http://www.drjessarmine.com

I can work with you if you wish. I'm in Mountain View, California (Silicon Valley). www.camillevardy.com

Check out dr. Gundry.

I just had a consult with dr tim jackson after listening to a bunch of his podcasts. I got a good impression from him and he gives a lot of good info in his podcasts

I love this community helping so many ;)

What part of the uk, and i'll point you in the right direction. these posts are a bit confusing by the way.

Hi All,

I highly recommend Dr. Michelle Turcotte. She is a naturopath who has worked wonders for me and a dear friend of mine. She s amazing! Call her 425-450-0100 she is located in Redmond, WA and has patients nationally.

Best,
Loretta

joanne@abcsofwellness.com. She's in southeastern Washington state. (509) 205-9967

I have had good results working with a nutritional therapist (who also has MTHFR). Contact Meredith@nourishedtable.com My sleep went from 4 hours to 7 good hours almost immediately and I began losing weight. The neck pain is related to what I eat and is worse when I cheat on the diet.

Uk

What country or state are you in? I have a doctor in Los Angeles that is good, but not sure if that is helpful to you at all.