Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Homocysteine

Homocysteine is a sulfur-containing amino acid that is produced naturally in the human body as a result of the breakdown of the essential amino acid, methionine. Elevated homocysteine levels have been linked to an increased risk of developing several chronic illnesses, including heart disease, stroke, and some forms…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 2 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 3× across the literature 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Homocysteine is a sulfur-containing amino acid that is produced naturally in the human body as a result of the breakdown of the essential amino acid, methionine. Elevated homocysteine levels have been linked to an increased risk of developing several chronic illnesses, including heart disease, stroke, and some forms of dementia. Because of this, it is important for people to monitor their homocysteine levels to ensure that they remain within a healthy range. Several B vitamins, such as folate, B6, and B12, play an important role in the metabolism of homocysteine, making them an effective way to both prevent and treat elevated homocysteine levels. Additionally, lifestyle changes such as a healthy diet, physical activity, and quitting smoking can also help to keep homocysteine levels in balance.

Research published in this journal

2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 2 articles above have been cited 3 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Amino Acids.

Journal editorial board
Nicolas Inguimbert · France

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