About Debbie Moon
I’m Debbie Moon, founder of Genetic Lifehacks, and I’m on a mission to help you understand how your unique genetic makeup influences your health—and what you can do about it.
My journey into genetics started with curiosity and many questions: Why did standard nutritional advice never quite work for me? When I analyzed my own 23andMe data, things clicked into place. I discovered vitamins that actually worked for my body—and more importantly, why. Moreover, I found that the first few genes and supplements were just the tip of the iceberg as far as what research shows. I want to share that passion with you so that you can learn how to apply genetics to your diet and lifestyle decisions.
My Background
I combine two distinct but complementary perspectives: an engineering approach to problem-solving with a deep understanding of biological systems. I hold a BS in Engineering from Colorado School of Mines and an MSc in Biological Sciences from Clemson University (2019). Over my career, I’ve worked as an engineer, web developer, high school STEM teacher, and home educator—I’ve always been passionate about sharing science with people. These skills are at the heart of everything I do at Genetic Lifehacks.
Why Genetic Lifehacks Is Different
When I started Genetic Lifehacks, my vision was to provide evidence-based genetic health information that’s freely accessible to everyone, without financial bias. No advertising, no tracking people, no affiliate marketing of questionable supplements—just science.
Every article on Genetic Lifehacks is based on peer-reviewed research, with clear links to the source studies. I dig into the published literature, synthesize the findings, and try to translate them into practical insights you can actually use. This is important to me — sharing real science that is based on research, in a way that everyone can understand.
My Philosophy
I approach health the way an engineer approaches a complex system: identify the variables, understand the mechanisms, test the solutions, and optimize for results. Your genes are one set of variables (unique to you), and they interact with your diet, lifestyle, environment, and choices. When you understand these interactions, you can engineer your optimal health.
I hope you will join me on this journey towards health optimization.
~Debbie Moon, MSc
Founder, Genetic Lifehacks
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