Everything You Need to Know About Homocysteine Testing

Homocysteine isn’t a vitamin or a mineral — it’s an amino acid byproduct that acts like a smoke alarm for your health. When levels are too high, it can silently increase your risk of:

• Heart disease

• Stroke

• Alzheimer’s disease

• Cognitive decline

• Infertility

Let’s break down why homocysteine matters — and how to test and manage it easily from home.

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⚠️ Why High Homocysteine Is a Problem

Normally, your body recycles homocysteine using B vitamins (B6, B12, folate). But if something’s off — poor diet, genetics (like MTHFR mutations), or low nutrient levels — homocysteine builds up.

Excess homocysteine can:

• Damage blood vessels

• Promote inflammation

• Disrupt brain neurotransmitters

• Accelerate aging

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🧪 How to Test Homocysteine at Home

Our homocysteine test kit uses just a few drops of blood. It’s perfect for:

• People with family history of heart or brain disease

• Those taking methylated B vitamins

• Biohackers focused on longevity

• Anyone managing fatigue, mood swings or hormone imbalances

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💡 What’s a Good Homocysteine Level?

• < 7 µmol/L: Optimal

• 7–10 µmol/L: Borderline

• > 10 µmol/L: Elevated — may need attention

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✅ How to Lower Homocysteine

• Ensure you’re getting B6, B12, and folate

• Choose methylated forms if you have MTHFR issues

• Add leafy greens, eggs, fish, and legumes to your diet

• Re-test every 3–6 months

👉 Check your homocysteine status here.