Several mechanisms are likely to be involved in the induction of vascular damage by homocysteine, including endothelial cell desquamation, oxidation of low-density lipoprotein, increased monocyte adhesion to the vessel wall, and impaired vascular response to the endothelium-dependent relaxing factor nitric oxide. A recent study showed that an acute increase in plasma homocysteine level is associated with activation of coagulation, and also impairs hemodynamic and rheologic responses to L-arginine, the natural precursor of nitric oxide. This substance is responsible for keeping blood vessels open, and it appears that homocysteine interferes with its ability to do so.

Natural Sources: Brewer’s Yeast, Rice Bran.

Useful in treatment of: cataracts, Athletics and Sports, Pre-Menstrual Syndrome. Individual B vitamins are effective in treating various other conditions. See each vitamin for details.

Recommended Dosage: Consult with a health care professional.

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