The relationship between homocysteine and the circulatory system - What can make homocysteine levels too high?

Homocysteine is an amino acid that is much needed by the body. Unfortunately, its levels are not yet measured in major laboratory tests, although many diseases are associated with elevated homocysteine levels. A...

The following problems are caused by high homocysteine levels:

• damages the inner surface of blood vessels,
• increases platelet adhesion,
• increases blood clotting,
• impairs the ability of blood vessels to dilate.

These problems can lead to the following health problems:

• higher blood pressure,
• elevated blood glucose levels,
• elevated cholesterol levels,
• gout
• metabolic syndrome
• neurodegenerative diseases

Source: vitality channel - 2023-06-26
Short interview with Dr. Gabriella Mészáros, editor-reporter and Dr. Miklós Antal Várhalmi, product developer