Methylation is a biochemical process that is extremely important for the physical, mental and emotional health of the human body.
Methylation is the ability of humans (living things) to respond flexibly to changes in the environment. If a person's methylation is optimal, they react extremely flexibly and e.g. the chance of developing chronic diseases is practically negligible.
If a given person's methylation is far from optimal, they will be able to react very poorly to constant environmental changes, which is why they will be characterized by various chronic conditions.
Symbolically, it could be illustrated that our cells are a so-called with a methyl functional group, like a switch, they can activate or inactivate various molecules, enzymes, etc. But this requires this switch called a methyl group. It is not good if there is too much of it, nor is it good if there is too little.
Unfortunately, there is almost a 100% chance that methylation processes do not work optimally in any of us, even though they play a decisive role in terms of our health, because:
- It regulates neurotransmitters (dopamine, adrenaline, norepinephrine, serotonin), thus basically determining our mood changes. Conditions such as depression, anxiety, exhaustion, ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), etc. can also be linked to methylation problems.
- It regulates glutathione, which is our body's main antioxidant, thus playing an important role in neutralizing toxins.
- It regulates the hormonal balance (by breaking down estrogens) and the elimination of toxins from the body, which is why it plays an important role in eliminating estrogen dominance.
- It regulates homocysteine, which is a health marker linked to strokes, cardiovascular diseases, and dementia.
- It regulates taurine, which plays an important role in the production of bile and in the regulation of the neurotransmitter GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid, which reduces feelings of fear and anxiety).
- It regulates the histamine level, so it is of utmost importance to function optimally in various allergies and histamine intolerance conditions. Etc.
Important: if you increase your intake of folate (vitamin B9), vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin) and choline from food, you are on the best way to support your methylation processes.
In what cases should you use WTN Methyl Spektrum?
Since methylation forms the basis of a very large number of processes, its support and optimization can have a positive effect on everyone.
However, in order to ensure the optimal functioning of the body, there are cases in which products such as WTN Methyl Spectrum can have negative effects. Simply because if there are blockages elsewhere in the body, too many methyl groups (switches) can cause problems.
For example, if you are characterized by anxiety, or if you consider yourself to be the anxious type, then your body is most likely slowly breaking down neurotransmitters such as dopamine, adrenaline, norepinephrine. In such cases, it is not advisable to suddenly give your methylation processes a big boost, that is, it is only worthwhile to gradually increase the substances in the methyl form (e.g. B12 – methylcobalamin, B9 – methylfolate).
If there are too many methyl groups in your body at the same time, you may also experience the following symptoms, e.g.:
- irritability,
- insomnia,
- muscle pain,
- joint pain,
- acne,
- rash,
- severe anxiety
- fast heartbeat,
- nausea,
- headache,
- migraine.
If you experience the above, you should stop using the product. If your symptoms are severe, it is recommended to take vitamin B3 (niacin), which neutralizes the body's main methyl group donor and thereby also neutralizes the symptoms caused by hypersensitivity.
Important: synthetic folic acid, at any low concentration, impairs the formation of methylfolate, which is essential for methylation. It is therefore worth avoiding far away all foods / soft drinks that are fortified with folic acid, as well as all dietary supplements containing folic acid!
What makes WTN Methyl Spektrum forward-looking compared to other products with a similar purpose?
- It comprehensively supports the entire methylation process, giving high priority to those points where blockages are common (e.g. methylated vitamin B12 and methylfolate [vitamin B9]).
- Thanks to its components, it supports the active so-called the formation of SAMe (main methyl donor).
- It supports the neutralization of harmful hydrogen peroxide and aldehydes released during normal operation, as well as liver function.
Why and how does the product work?
Methylation is involved in many different processes, so it is not possible to give a complete picture. However, it is known which are the main areas in which blockages are common, and therefore these are the most likely focal points for the development of health problems.
Mood and stress management
If any of the following apply to you, you will almost certainly respond favorably to WTN Methyl Spektrum:
- cravings for sugar (or other food),
- tendency to addictions (gambling, shopping, alcohol, drugs, etc.),
- quick-tempered nature,
- impulsivity,
- risk-taking behavior,
- poor memory, dull brain function.
Note: we would like to point out that if you take a magnesium-free multivitamin, it is highly recommended that you supplement it with magnesium, otherwise your biochemical processes will not function optimally. Magnesium is in short supply these days.
Hormone balance
Regarding the role of methylation in the breakdown of estrogens, it is worth starting a little further, but the point is that in the breakdown of estrogens, the so-called COMT enzyme is one of the main players.
It is important to note that estrogens include the various toxins entering our body from the environment, which our body identifies as estrogens (their collective name is environmental or xenoestrogens). And their effect is harmful in terms of the functioning of the body.
Food intolerances, allergies (histamine)
In the background of allergic reactions caused by various foods/drinks or other allergens (e.g. cat hair, pollen, etc.), a so-called contains a substance called histamine.
Histamine is an important hormone/signaling molecule in our body that affects a number of things from our digestion to our central nervous system. It typically exerts its effect on the respiratory tract, skin, cardiovascular system, uterus/ovaries, brain and intestinal tract.
There is a good chance that histamine intolerance is behind the following symptoms (the list is far from complete):
- respiratory reactions (e.g. nasal congestion, coughing, sneezing, etc.),
- any allergic reaction visible on the skin, such as rash, itching, redness, eczema*, rosacea, etc.,
- digestive system complaints such as reflux, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, etc.,
- cardiovascular symptoms, such as fast heartbeat, high blood pressure, anaphylaxis (hypersensitivity reaction), etc.,
- nervous system symptoms, such as dizziness, migraine, headache, anxiety, etc.
* eczema is almost certainly caused by inflammation of the digestive system.
Methylation and harmful bacteria
Methylation also affects the digestive system in other ways. Because methylation is necessary for the production of a substance called phosphatidylcholine, which plays a role in bile acid production. Bile acid affects the pH in the small intestine. If this is not low enough (the PH), harmful bacteria overgrow in the small intestine. E.g. causing SIBO. These bacteria also produce histamine, which further burdens the histamine-degrading pathways, exacerbating health challenges.
Harmful bacteria also take vitamin B12 from the body (also), thus further reducing the effectiveness of methylation.
Detoxification
Glutathione is our body's main antioxidant, which protects us from many reactive, harmful compounds.
Ideally, the concentration of glutathione in cells is similar to that of glucose, so we are talking about a very important substance.
Glutathione is the most important antioxidant in the liver and therefore plays a very large role in detoxification processes.
If the methylation processes do not work optimally (most often in the absence of methylfolate (vitamin B9) and methylcobalamin (vitamin B12), glutathione production will also decrease.
If the concentration of glutathione is lower than necessary, the risk of chronic diseases increases (neurodegenerative, cardiovascular, inflammatory, immunological diseases, etc.)
Supporting methylation processes also has a positive effect on natural glutathione production, which increases the body's defenses.
Note: oral glutathione in capsule/tablet form only has approx. 10-15% of it is used because the peptidase digestive enzyme in the stomach breaks down the glutathione molecule. For glutathione replacement, a liquid or cream absorbed through the mucous membrane (e.g. WTN Glutathione cream) may be suitable. However, it is most effective if someone replaces the ingredients that make up glutathione and the substances needed in the glutathione recycling cycle (WTN GlutaRegTM).
This is particularly useful in conditions where the body's toxin load is high (e.g. non-organic diet, fast food, processed foods, intensive contact with plastics [bottled water], synthetic fragrances [perfumes, air fresheners], etc.).
Its role in cardiovascular balance
Nitric oxide (NO) dilates blood vessels, improves blood flow and lowers blood pressure. It is extremely important in maintaining proper circulation and oxygen supply. If the body does not produce enough NO, then migraines may be characteristic, but your wounds will also heal much more slowly. One of the causes of high blood pressure is insufficient NO production.
Methylfolate, which plays an important role in methylation, is closely related to a substance called biopterin, which is a key player in NO production (the amino acid arginine is converted to citrulline during NO formation).
The bottom line is that if methylation does not work well, one of the consequences is cardiovascular problems.
