How does elevated homocysteine levels relate to heart disease? How do I lower those levels?
Homocysteine is an intermediate, a chemical released when you metabolize protein. Unlike other amino acids, which are vital to your health, homocysteine can be hazardous to your heart. Homocysteine raises your risk of heart disease by attacking cells in the lining of your arteries, by making the cells reproduce faster, or by causing your blood to clot. The American Heart Association has now cited high homocysteine levels as an independent risk factor for heart disease.
