ABCC11 Gene: Ear wax and no body odor
The ABCC11 gene determines both the type of earwax a person has and their armpit odor. Learn more about how a change in a single spot in the DNA of this gene can cause the gene not to function.
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Depression, Genetics, and Mitochondrial Function
How does mitochondrial dysfunction relate to major depressive disorder? Learn about the causes of mitochondrial dysfunction as well as genetic variants that link the risk of depression to the mitochondria.
BHMT: Genetic Variants that Impact Methylation
BHMT is involved in homocysteine methylation and impacts the methylation cycle.
Infertility and Genetics (for Women)
Your genes may be playing a role in your infertility — and knowing which genetic variants you carry may help you figure out solutions to try.
BCO1 Gene: Converting Beta-Carotene to Vitamin A
Genetics plays a huge role in how well you convert beta-carotene into vitamin A! Discover how well you convert beta-carotene into retinol.
23 and Me vs Ancestry: Accuracy
Wondering whether to go with an Ancestry.com or 23andMe kit? This is a quick, no-nonsense comparison between the two.
What is Genetic Lifehacks?
My goal is to help you understand how to make the necessary changes to solve a health challenge or customize your diet for optimal health-all based on your genes. You can use raw genetic data from 23andMe, AncestryDNA, MyHeritage, etc. Genetic Lifehacks focuses on three key strategies: Learn, Experiment, and … Read more
Asprin, Heart Disease Prevention, and Genetics
While large population studies show the benefits of aspirin, research shows that these heart-health benefits are dependent on your genes. Find out more and check your genetic raw data.
Phase I and Phase II Detoxification Pathways Explained
Key takeaways: ~ Phase I and phase II detoxification are the primary ways your body eliminates toxins. ~ Genetic variants in these pathways affect how well you detoxify certain substances. Detoxification and Genetic Pathways: Your body is remarkably capable of ridding itself of harmful substances through complex detoxification pathways. In … Read more
Tyramine Intolerance: Genetics and the Metabolism of Tyramine
Tyramine intolerance happens when you can’t break it down. Too much tyramine can lead to a hypertensive crisis. Learn more and check your genetic raw data for results.
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.
Melatonin: Key to Health and Longevity
More than just a sleep hormone, melatonin is at the heart of many health topics. Your genetic variants play a big role in the production of melatonin. Learn how your lifestyle and diet interact with your melatonin-related genes.
Summary Reports, Personalized Reports, & Lifehacks Reports
BookmarkThree types of Genetic Lifehacks reports: How to read the report & What is Effect Allele Frequency
Circadian Rhythm and Your Immune Response to Viruses
Your circadian rhythm influences your immune response. Learn how this rhythm controls white blood cell production and why melatonin protects against viral and bacterial infections.
Choline, An Essential Nutrient Impacted By Genes
An essential nutrient, your need for choline from foods is greatly influenced by your genes. Find out whether you should be adding more choline into your diet.
COMT Gene: Neurotransmitter Levels, Estrogen Metabolism, and SNPs
Wondering why your neurotransmitters are out of balance? It could be due to your COMT genetic variants. The COMT gene codes for the enzyme catechol-O-methyltransferase which breaks down (metabolizes) the neurotransmitters dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine.
Newsletter Confirmation
Thanks for signing up for the Genetic Lifehacks Newsletter! Expect to receive the next edition on Thursday 🙌 Be sure to add geneticlifehacks.com to your whitelist. Meanwhile, get started on learning more about your genes. Here are a few places to start: See if you are at a higher risk for … Read more
Twins: Genetic SNPs that Increase the Odds of Having Twins
Twins tend to ‘run in families’, which is a colloquial way of saying that there is a hereditary component that increases the likelihood of having twins. Check your genetic data (women only :-) to see if you are more likely to have twins.
MTR and MTRR Genes: Methylation cycle and the need for Vitamin B12
This article explains where the MTR and MTRR genes fit within the methylation cycle. I’ll show you how to check your 23andMe or AncestryDNA raw data for the MTR and MTRR SNPs, and then explain how to optimize your diet for these variants.
Resources for Practitioners Wanting to Incorporate Genetics into their Practice
Your patients are coming in with their 23andMe data and wanting you to tell them what to eat, what supplements to take, and when they are going to get disease XYZ. Sound familiar? Doctors and health practitioners today are under enormous pressure to keep up with the rapidly changing science … Read more
Methylation Cycle Topic Summary
Utilize our Methylation Cycle Topic Summary Reports with your 23andMe or AncestryDNA genetic data to see which articles may be most relevant to you. These summaries are attempting to distill the complex information down into just a few words. Please see the linked articles for details and complete references. (Member’s article)
Videos: Quick Overviews of Using Your Genetic Data
Check out the Genetic Lifehack’s YouTube channel and subscribe for updates. A quick tutorial on how to locate your genotypes when reading our articles. By following a few easy steps, you will quickly discover how to relate the articles and topics for your specific genes. Tutorial on how to download … Read more
Nutrigenomics: Use your 23 and Me data
A list of focused articles on nutrigenomics looking into background science, research studies, and related genetic variants.
Color TV has made us fat: Melatonin, Genetics, and Light at Night
Melatonin is vital to good health — impacting weight, cancer, Alzheimer’s, and more. Learn how your genes interact with melatonin.
How to Download Your 23andMe Raw Data
A quick and easy step-by-step tutorial on how to download your genetic raw data. It’s your genetic information. Make sure you download it.