REAL folate is much better than folic acid - Page 7

[lizzylou]

Just finished reading this thread! Thinking about TTC #3 and about to get tested for MTHFR. My son is healthy, no allergies, no behavioral diagnoses (thank God we did not vax!!) He does have a few midline issues... tiny butt dimple and lip tie for instance. My daughter however has a handful of very serious midline issues (heart, spine, etc.). She also has a genetic disorder. 

ANYWAY my question is - do you knowledgeable MTHFR people recommend a prenatal vitamin or do you think it's better just to take liver? I follow a WAPF style diet (I do now - did not before. WAP/GAPS has given my daughter quality of life she wouldn't have otherwise had). If you think a vitamin is a good idea, is there one specifically that you think is the best?

[Chris Duffy LM]

Thank you, Pat, for posting. I do not trust any artificial supplements. Of course, they will be adequate for most people. But why take a chance when natural folate is readily available in food. I follow Dr. Fuhrman's Eat to Live/Eat for Health/Nutritarian dietstyle. I am not strict, presently. But whenever I am, I feel like 20 not 56.

I also am a midwife. I have all my clients read his books. Since having everyone read his books, I have had no cases of pre-ecclampsia, the most concerning of pregnancy complications. When ever a symptom arises that might risk the client out, I have them re-examine the books and we always get the symptom under control if they are willing to change their diet.

~Chris Duffy, midwife

[Chris Duffy LM]

Hi, LizzyLou!

I recommend a general concentrated food supplement called GreenLife. It is a raw whole food supplement made of organically grown barley, rye and oats by V E Irons. I include it and their Vitamin C, made from Acerola Cherries and Spanish Orange, in my midwifery care.

Feel free to call if you want more info, Or visit the greenlife page on my site: http://myhealthfreedom.com/index.php?id=221

Regards,

Chris Duffy, midwife
 

[WuWei]

I am a whole foods gal. Where to start? Help 101


Pat