Gut Genes: How Your Genetic Variants Impact Your Gut Microbiome
This article digs into how the genetic variants you inherited from mom and dad influence the bacteria that can reside within you and how dietary changes can make a difference.
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Rosacea, Genetics, and Solutions
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that is driven by upregulated inflammation. Learn how your genes interact with environmental factors to cause rosacea.
Genetics and Food Allergies
Do you have a food allergy? Discover how environmental factors and genetic susceptibility can shape individual reactions.
PRO: Supplement Research Connections
Pro Member resource guide to help navigate popular supplements concerning genetic variants and health topics. You will find links to all corresponding articles to help you narrow down areas of interest.
Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS3): Heart Health, Blood Pressure, and Healthy Aging
Nitric Oxide Synthase is an important signaling molecule in the endothelium of our blood vessels. It has roles in the regulation of blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, brain health, and more. Genetic variants in nitric oxide genes are important for a healthy heart. Find out how your genes could play a part in the interactions with cardiovascular disease risk and blood pressure.
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PRO Member reports that show the overview of genotypes from various topics. You have the ability to select the topic of interest or choose all topics.
Fisetin: Antioxidant and Senolytic
Fisetin is a natural flavonol found in several types of fruits and vegetables and may prove to be a critical anti-aging component. In several recent studies, fisetin clears out senescent cells holding a lot of promise for healthy aging. Learn more about the newest research into this possible longevity compound.
Ehlers Danlos Syndrome: Genes, Types, and Treatments
Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes causes changes in the way that collagen forms in the joints, ligaments, and skin. Explore the research on EDS and the genetic mutations that cause some of the subtypes of the disorder.
Cordyceps: Clinical Trials, Mechanism of Action, and Genetic Connections
Cordyceps mushroom extract has immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory effects. Studies show benefits for asthma, resistance training, endurance training, and kidney disease.
IL-13: Elevating Th2 Immune Response and Asthma risk
Interleukin-13 (IL-13) is a signaling molecule important in the immune response. Excessive IL-13 can tip you toward a Th2-dominant immune response, and variants increase the risk of allergies and asthma.
PRO Members: Learning Resources
As a busy professional, your time is precious. These learning resources are designed to give you the essentials in a fast, visual format.
COVID-19 & Genetics: Who gets sick and why?
Not everyone gets sick when exposed to the SARS-CoV-2 virus. While there are many factors that come into play here, research points to genetics as playing a role. Several good genetic studies have recently been released showing which genes are important in COVID-19 susceptibility. Learn more and check your genes.
Chronic Sinus Infections: Genetics, Reasons, Solutions
Genetics plays a role in the likelihood of having chronic sinus problems. This article looks at the genetic reasons driving some people to have chronic sinus infections.
Fibromyalgia: Underlying causes and genetic connections
Learn about the potential causes of fibromyalgia, including inflammation, genetics, and hypersensitivity to pain, along with overlapping conditions that complicate diagnosis.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Genetics, Root Causes, and Treatment Research
Rheumatoid arthritis is caused by an immune system attack on the joints, causing thickening and inflammation of the joint capsule. It is caused by a combination of genetic susceptibility and environmental triggers.
COVID-19 and SARS-CoV2: Research Studies Related to Genetics
This is an annotated list of current research studies on the SARS-CoV2 virus, with the relationships to different genetic variants explained.
Folate Optimization: MTHFR and Fertility
MTHFR variants affect the conversion of folate into the active form. Learn how this can affect you if you are trying to get pregnant.
Are Cold Sores Genetic? Who gets them and why
While many people carry the HSV virus, only about 30% will get cold sores. Genetics is one reason.
BH4: Tetrahydrobiopterin Synthesis, Recycling, and Genetic SNPs
Tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4) is an essential cofactor in the production of neurotransmitters and nitric oxide. Genetic variants impact BH4 levels which can affect heart disease, cognitive function, and immune response.
Glutathione: Master Antioxidant, Reducing Oxidative Stress, and Detoxification
Glutathione is an antioxidant produced in all cells to balance out ROS. Genetic variants can impact your glutathione levels, which can alter your ability to detoxify certain substances or withstand stressors in the body.
Research Studies on Plant Compounds for SARS-CoV-2
This article explains the current research (August 2021) on natural compounds that may help to combat SARS-CoV-2. Included are clinical trial results on nigella sativa, curcumin, and quercetin.
Sudden Cardiac Death and Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Genetic mutations that cause hypertrophic cardiomyopathy can increase the risk of sudden cardiac death.
Pernicious Anemia: Genomics and B12 Deficiency
Pernicious anemia is a B-12 deficiency anemia caused by an autoimmune attack on the cells that produce intrinsic factor. Learn how genes impact susceptibility to pernicious anemia.
Mushroom Intolerance: Ergothioneine and the OCTN1 Gene
Mushrooms contain a healthy antioxidant called ergothioneine. But for people with a SLC22A4 genetic variant, this antioxidant can be too much of a good thing, leading to intestinal problems. Check your genetic data to see if you carry this mushroom intolerance variant.
Pancreatitis: Genetics, causes, and exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Genetic variants that increase inflammation also increase the risk of pancreatitis. Learn about causes and natural solutions for pancreas problems.