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.
If I am going to use a glaze, I will brush that on or spoon it on the last 30-45 minutes of the cooking time. Coke or Dr. Pepper are traditional glazes in the South, or a mixture of brown sugar, pineapple juice, and Dijon mustard. You can google to find glazes for ham if you want a recipe. Teresa.