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AST Blood Test: What It Measures and When You Need One
AST (aspartate transaminase) is an enzyme found in the liver, heart, muscle, kidneys, and red blood cells.
5 min read · 22 Jul 2026
COMT Gene Variant: Dopamine, Stress, and Pain Sensitivity
The COMT gene builds an enzyme that clears dopamine and related signalling chemicals from the prefrontal cortex.
5 min read · 21 Jul 2026
Vitamin E: Tocopherols, Tocotrienols, and the Full Spectrum
Vitamin E is a family of eight compounds: four tocopherols and four tocotrienols. Most supplements contain only alpha-tocopherol.
5 min read · 20 Jul 2026
AMH Blood Test: What It Reveals About Ovarian Reserve
AMH (anti-Mullerian hormone) is made by small follicles in the ovaries, so its level reflects how many follicles are still active.
5 min read · 19 Jul 2026
Omega-3 Fish Oil: What the Research Shows About EPA and DHA
Omega-3s are fats your body can't make. The three main forms are EPA, DHA, and ALA.
6 min read · 18 Jul 2026
ALT Blood Test: What It Measures and What Results Mean
ALT (alanine transaminase) is an enzyme concentrated in liver cells. When those cells are stressed, ALT leaks into the blood and levels rise.
5 min read · 17 Jul 2026
MTHFR Gene Variant: What It Means for Folate and Homocysteine
The MTHFR gene builds an enzyme that turns dietary folate into its active form, 5-MTHF.
5 min read · 16 Jul 2026
Vitamin C: Benefits, Absorption, and How Much You Need
Vitamin C is authorised in the EU to support normal collagen formation, normal immune function, protection of cells from oxidative stress, and reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
6 min read · 15 Jul 2026
Allergy Blood Test: What It Measures and How to Read Results
An allergy blood test measures immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies, the antibodies your immune system makes when it reacts to a substance like pollen or peanut.
5 min read · 14 Jul 2026
Magnesium Glycinate: Benefits, Best Form, and How to Test
Magnesium is needed for over 300 enzyme reactions in your body. Roughly half of Western adults don't hit the recommended intake.
9 min read · 13 Jul 2026
