Endomox 600

Hyperhomocysteinemia refers to blood homocysteine ​​levels that are higher than normal. Homocysteine ​​is an amino acid present in the body in small quantities, derived from the metabolism of methionine (an essential amino acid). In healthy individuals, homocysteine ​​is rapidly converted into other molecules through the action of vitamins B6 and B12 and folate. The accumulation of this amino acid in the bloodstream can be attributed to various causes, primarily genetic or nutritional in nature. Hyperhomocysteinemia is now considered a strong, independent risk factor for the development of many serious conditions, such as: cardiovascular diseases (myocardial infarction, coronary atherosclerosis), cerebrovascular diseases (ischemic stroke), peripheral vascular diseases (deep vein thrombosis), Alzheimer's disease, osteoporosis, pregnancy complications, and retinal vein occlusions (RVO). Homocysteine ​​levels require particular attention in the presence of other cardiovascular risk factors (smoking, hypercholesterolemia, obesity, alcohol consumption), as well as during pregnancy, menopause, and oral contraceptive use.