The role of sulphur amino acids in supporting the human body is critical and their influence is varied. When disrupted, so are we, with effects on exercise tolerance to performance and recovery. Poor sulphur metabolism can also pave the way for potential chronic diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and even cancer.
Therefore, it is important to understand the function of these sulphur amino acids, and their nutrient cofactors, in the methylation, trans-sulphuration and sulphation pathways.
These pathways affect every system in the body, from neurology, digestion and gut, to heart, liver and kidneys. Their homeostatic balance is crucial for good health and physical fitness.
In this webinar, Heidi discusses several of the factors that influence these pathways, including;
- Nutrition
- Toxicity
- Heavy metals
- Low stomach acid
- Stress
- Endurance exercise
- Negative lifestyle habits ( such as smoking, alcohol and regular caffeine intake).
About Heidi
Heidi du Preez MSc PhD MD scholar is a professional registered scientist, currently specialising in nutritional biochemistry. She has been working in the arena of precision medicine since 1999. Currently completing a PhD in clinical medicine, her main area of specialisation is sulphur metabolism for health.
Heidi follows a systems biology approach. She ‘connects the dots’, taking into account the interplay between physical and mental/spiritual deficiency and toxicity, genetics and conditioning, stress and relaxation.
There is no ‘cookie-cutter’ approach to real health and healing. Heidi believes in treating the person, not the disease. She is co-author of the health recipe book Naturally Nutritious Wholefood Cookbook.
Contact Heidi: heididp@heididupreez.com