- Health advice
- Oct 05, 2012
If you have been diagnosed with Pyroluria then you may have also been diagnosed with other conditions such as nutrient deficiencies, digestive problems, anxiety or depression. In this case, you should know that there are effective natural treatments available to you. A Naturopath who understands this condition can give you expert advice and develop a treatment plan for you. See Part 1 of this article for an introduction to this important topic of Pyroluria
Some facts about Pyroluria
- Pyroluria is a genetic blood disorder that causes the haemoglobin synthesis by-product, HPL, to build up in your body faster than it can be eliminated in your urine
- Excess HPL, forms complexes with Zinc and Vitamin B6 preventing absorption of these nutrients by your body
- The resulting Zinc and Vitamin B6 deficiencies compromise brain, emotional, and digestive health
- Pyroluria is commonly diagnosed in approximately 27% of schizophrenic patients, 20% of autistic patients, and 10% of the general population
- Overall, more women are diagnosed with Pyroluria than men