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homocysteine
(redirected from Elevated homocysteine)

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homocysteine [¦hä·mə′sis·tēn]
(biochemistry)
C4H9O2NS An amino acid formed in animals by demethylation of methionine.


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The low concentrations of HDL cholesterol and elevated homocysteine concentrations seen in this group following a raw food diet raise concerns about an increased risk of heart disease and stroke.
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But experts do know that diet can lower your risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, inflammation, and elevated homocysteine levels--all risk factors for dementia.
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