Nutrition and Dietetics

11/07/2026

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23/04/2026

28/03/2026

Homocysteine is an amino acid produced in the body during protein metabolism.
Normally, it is broken down with the help of vitamins like:

-Folic acid (Vitamin B9)
-Vitamin B12
-Vitamin B6

Why high homocysteine is dangerous? When homocysteine levels become high (hyperhomocysteinemia), it can:

-Damage blood vessels
-Injures the inner lining (endothelium)
-Makes arteries stiff and narrow
-Increase risk of:

-Hypertension
-Heart disease
-Stroke

-Promote inflammation & clotting
-Encourages plaque buildup (atherosclerosis)
-Increases risk of blood clots

Link between Homocysteine & Hypertension
High homocysteine:👇

-Reduces nitric oxide (less vessel relaxation)
-Causes vasoconstriction
-Leads to increased blood pressure

Eat foods rich in:👇

-Folic acid (B9)
Example like, Ugu, spinach, lettuce, Beans, lentils, vocado, Oranges

-Vitamin B12 example, Eggs, Milk & yoghurt, Fish, meat

-Vitamin B6 example like, Banana, Chicken, Potatoes

Elevated homocysteine is an independent cardiovascular risk factor, Common in patients with:
Poor diet, Vitamin deficiencies.

Supplementation with folic acid ± B12/B6 can significantly reduce levels.

“Homocysteine is a harmful substance in your blood when it becomes too high.
Eating foods rich in folic acid and vitamins helps remove it and protects your heart.

Abubakar Hassan Muhammad Elleman
Diet therapist
Doctor of Dietetics and nutrition science.

19/03/2026

The Nutrition Society of Nigeria (NSN), Kano State Chapter, is pleased to invite all members, non members, Students and stakeholders to her maiden Annual General Meeting (AGM).

Schedule:

Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM

Venue: Biochemistry Department Bayero University Kano old Campus

Mandatory Registration:

In order to include you in our preparation, register your attendance with the link below.

🔗 Registration Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecd3r3XUELpV4zFekTN1w0-m0ynKcuBl2achMcyIFqBx8fzw/viewform?usp=preview

Please Note: Registration closes on March 20, 2026.

We look forward to welcoming you to this impactful gathering!

Abdullahi Sulaiman Abdullahi (Kwajale)
Publicity, NSN Kano State Chapter for AGM committee