MTHFR: What It Means for Your Health as a Woman Your genes aren’t your destiny-just a map.

If you’ve been told you have an MTHFR mutation, or you suspect something deeper is behind your fatigue, anxiety, hormone imbalances, or miscarriages, you’re not alone. This common genetic variant affects how your body processes nutrients-especially folate-and how efficiently it can detox, repair, and protect itself. MTHFR is not a label, but is a valuable clue that helps personalize care.

What is MTHFR?

MTHFR stands for methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase-an enzyme that plays a key role in methylation, a process your body uses to:

• Support detox and liver function

• Regulate mood and neurotransmitters

• Recycle homocysteine (important for heart and brain health)

• Build healthy DNA and new cells

• Process B vitamins

• Maintain hormone balance

Common Symptoms or Conditions Linked To MTHFR Variants in Women

You may not notice symptoms because of MTHFR alone, but it can influence how your body responds to stress, inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies. Some common concerns include:

• Fatigue

• Brain fog

• Migraines

• Anxiety, depression, mood swings

• Hormonal imbalances

• Estrogen dominance

• Fertility struggles or recurrent miscarriage

• Autoimmune conditions

• Cardiovascular or cognitive concerns

• Trouble tolerating folate or certain medications

You Can Support Your Genes with Personalized Care

Dr. Veena uses genetic insights like MTHFR and other SNPs (Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms, variations in your DNA) to guide more effective, individualized protocols. Depending on your situation, your support may include:

• Targeted nutritional therapy

• Methylation and detox support

• Hormone and fertility balancing

• Adrenal support

• Functional testing for B12, homocysteine, inflammation, and more

What About Testing?

MTHFR testing is a simple cheek swab that you can do at home with one of the functional medicine labs that Dr. Veena uses. Testing is the beginning. What matters most is how your body is functioning now.

Your DNA is Not a Diagnosis

Having an MTHFR variant doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means your body may need a little extra support to thrive. And that support should feel doable, individualized, and empowering-not overwhelming.