OCD: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Genes
Genetic variants play a role in susceptibility to obsessive-compulsive disorder. Understanding your genes may help you understand OCD better and help you to target the right treatment.
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5 Genes That Can Help You Dial In Your Diet
BookmarkTired of guessing which vitamins and nutrients you need more of? Use your genetic raw data from 23andMe or AncestryDNA to find out! Here are five examples of how you can use your genetic data to understand how your genes can influence your need for specific nutrients. This is a … Read more
ADHD: Causes, Neurochemistry, and How to Check Your Genetic Raw Data
Discover the complex interplay of genetics and environment in ADHD susceptibility. Learn how circadian rhythm and neurotransmitter genes contribute to the disorder, and how toxicant exposure may increase risk.
Prostate Health: How Genes, Diet, and Lifestyle Shape Your Risk
Do you know someone that suffers from prostate problems? Learn more about this important gland and how your genes affect your risk.
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Understanding Parkinson’s Disease: Genetic Susceptibility and Environmental Triggers
Discover how genetic variants and environmental factors combine to increase Parkinson’s disease risk. Learn about key genes, toxins, and prevention insights.
Brain Fog: Causes, genetics, and individualized solutions
Explore brain fog in detail, looking at the physiological causes, genetic susceptibility, and personalized solutions.
Schizophrenia: Genetic and Environmental Factors
Schizophrenia is a complex disease caused by a combination of genetic susceptibility along with environmental factors. Research points to multiple pathways involved in schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder.
NLRP3: Genetic Variants that Increase Chronic Inflammation
Explore NLRP3 inflammasome genetics: How variants drive chronic inflammation in Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and autoimmune diseases. Discover triggers, health risks, and lifehacks like zinc & vitamin D to modulate it.
Highly Sensitive People: Genes, Brain Function, and Sensory Sensitivity
Genetic variants are linked to being a Highly Sensitive Person – feeling more deeply and more sensitive to environmental stimuli.
Which Type of Choline Works Best with Your Genes?
Choline is an often neglected nutrient essential to a healthy diet. Your genes are important in how much and which types of choline you need.
MAO-A and MAO-B: Neurotransmitter levels, genetics, and warrior gene studies
The MAOA and MAOB genes encode enzymes that break down certain neurotransmitters. People with low MAO may be prone to mood issues in certain circumstances.
Homocysteine: Genetics, High Homocysteine Levels, and Solutions
High homocysteine levels are strongly linked to an increased relative risk of cardiovascular diseases. Find out how your genes impact homocysteine levels.
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.
Dopamine Synthesis SNPs: Genes, lifestyle, diet, and dopamine optimization
Two key enzymes are needed for dopamine synthesis. Genetics, diet, and lifestyle can influence your dopamine production.
Sulfotransferases: SULT Genes, Phase II Detoxification, and Sulfur
The SULT genes help with phase II detoxification of estrogens, neurotransmitters, certain carcinogens, and steroid hormones.
Estrogen: How It Is Made and How We Get Rid of It
Estrogen – from how much is made to how it is broken down – is dependent on both genetics and lifestyle factors and affects both men and women. This article explains how estrogen is made, how it is eliminated from the body, which genes are involved, and how this influences the risk of breast cancer, prostate cancer, and fibroids.
Histamine, Mast Cell Activation, and Early Morning Insomnia
Histamine rising in the early morning hours may cause early waking insomnia. Mast cells and circadian rhythm disruption at the root.
Adenoviruses: Causing Weight Gain and Obesity
There have been several interesting studies linking obesity to a viral infection, specifically an adenovirus. Learn more about this virus and its association with obesity.
Avoiding Getting Sick: Research-backed Ways to Prevent Covid, Colds, and Flu
Explore the research-backed strategies for preventing or managing respiratory illnesses. Don’t let a cold get you down this year.
Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint Protocol with Genetic Links
Overview of Bryan Johnson’s million dollar longevity protocol, with genetic insight to make it personalized and cheaper.
Dopamine Receptor SNPs: Addiction, Mood, ADHD, and Schizophrenia
Dopamine 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.
CoQ10: Genes, Benefits, and Mitochondrial Energy
CoQ10, or ubiquinone, is an integral part of mitochondrial energy production. It is also used as a lipid-soluble antioxidant. Learn how age and genes affect it.
Lithium Orotate and Vitamin B12: Benefits for Mood and Cognitive Support
For some people, low-dose, supplemental lithium orotate is a game changer when combined with vitamin B12. But other people may have little to no response. The difference may be in your genes.
Hot flashes in menopause: Genetics and natural solutions
Hot flashes affect up to 80% of women going through menopause. Genetics, environment, and diet can make them worse. Target the right solutions.