At least 40 mutations in the MTHFR gene have been identified in people with homocystinuria, a disorder in which the body is unable to process homocysteine and methionine properly. People with this condition often develop eye problems, abnormal blood clotting, skeletal abnormalities, and cognitive problems.
1) Refers to a flavorful coating that forms on food as it is cooked. The glaze may be the result of basting food with a liquid, such as a meat stock, during the cooking process. 2) A glaze may also refer to foods that are coated with substances to give them a more substantial coating, such as a covering of chocolate. Glazes can also be created to make food items more aesthetically pleasing such as adding an egg wash to some baked goods to produce a shiny, golden brown glaze.
Making a Chocolate âMirror Glazeâ. This is a nice technique to have in your trick bag for those times when you want to add a little glitz and glamor to a cake, torte or bombe. Itâs a soft coating, but the trick of added gelatin gives it a shine other simple chocolate glazes donât have. Begin by adding the two teaspoons gelatin to half of the water.