There’s a ton of research on genetics that has been published in recent years. I’ll explain that research – and how to apply it to your life. My goal is to spread the word and educate people on how to use their genetic data…
The Snips about SNPs series gives you a short, quick article about different genetic variants that you can look at in your 23andMe, Ancestry.com, or other genetic data. Jump in, read a little – and then check your genetic data. Want to know more?…
Three options for reports using your genetic data: 1) Sleep report: Quality sleep is so important for your health. If you are having trouble sleeping – or just want to optimize your sleep – this is the report for you. This in-depth report…
The CYP (cytochrome) family of genes codes for a number of different enzymes that interact with prescription drugs. Genetic variants that alter the way that then enzymes work can impact the way that you react to a medication. The CYP2C8 gene is important in…
Learn MoreUterine fibroids plague a lot of women, especially after age 30. Fibroids are benign tumors that grow in the muscle cells of the uterus. It is estimated that at least half of American women who are of reproductive age have fibroids. [ref] Uterine fibroids:…
Learn MoreFor someone reading this, I’m going to save your life today. Nope – this isn’t a scare tactic or overblown health alert type of article – just statistics and solid genetics research. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the US…
Learn MoreEver wonder why Elizabeth Taylor had such compelling eyes? It turns out that she probably carried a mutation for doubled eyelashes, also known as distichiasis. [article] The FOX (forkhead box) family of genes codes for a type of protein known as a transcription factor. …
Learn MoreBerberine is a supplement that I’ve written about as a ‘Lifehack’ in a number of different articles. It is a natural compound with some amazing research on it in animal and cell studies, and it seems to be almost unbelievable. The drawback is poor…
Learn MoreRecent research shows that advanced glycation end products (AGEs) are a causative factor in many degenerative diseases – including almost all of the diseases associated with aging. AGEs have been linked to Alzheimer’s, heart disease, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, wrinkles and loss of skin…
Learn MoreTwitchy legs, restless sleep… That urge to move your legs at night or being woken up with your leg moving rhythmically — both take a toll on sleep quality. And good sleep is foundational for overall health and wellbeing. I’m going to dive into…
Learn MoreAshkenazi Jews are descendants of Jewish communities that were established mainly in Eastern Europe along the Rhine River around the 12th century AD. The Ashkenazi Jewish people traditionally married within their community, and genetic mutations that naturally cropped up within the population have been…
Learn MoreA new study in the journal Behavioral Brain Research paints a fascinating picture of why some people are more motivated to exercise. The study looked at the dopaminergic system to see how people’s genetic variants could alter the ‘reinforcing value’ of exercise. The majority of…
Learn MoreBlood pressure isn’t something that you think much about – unless your doctor is harping about it being high or low. The CDC statistics, though, make a pretty compelling argument that a lot of us should be thinking about blood pressure. The CDC estimates…
Learn MoreThe more I learn about genetics, the more I appreciate how intricate and complex we humans are as a biological system. What do I mean by this? Most of the genetic variants, or SNPs, that people carry don’t have a huge impact on their…
Learn MoreDopamine is a powerful player in our cognitive function – impacting mood, movement, and motivation. Genetic variants in the dopamine receptors influence addiction, ADHD, neurological diseases, depression, psychosis, and aggression. Please keep in mind as you read this article that I’m not a neuroscientist…
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