Will you go bald? Genetics and hair loss
What causes male pattern baldness? A combination of genetics, nutrition, and environmental toxins come together to form the risk factors for baldness. But genetics really seems to rule the roost here.
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Nicotinamide Riboside and NMN: Boosting NAD+ in Aging
Explore the research about how nicotinamide riboside (NR) and NMN are being used to reverse aging. Learn about how your genes naturally affect your NAD+ levels and how this interacts with the aging process.
BChE gene: Nightshade sensitivity, Anesthesia risk
Genetic variants of the BChE gene decrease its enzyme’s activity. This can lead to various and seemingly unconnected consequences…such as an increased risk for Parkinson’s or food sensitivity to potatoes.
Obesity risk – GNB3 C825T
There are lots of different genetic variants that add a little bit to your risk of being overweight. Learn more about the GNB3 variants and obesity risk.
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.
Getting the Lead Out: Genetics and Lead Exposure
High blood lead levels are influenced by exposure and by genetic variants. Learn how your genes impact lead levels, and what to do about it.
Celiac Genes: How to Check Your Raw Data
Celiac disease is caused by a combination of environmental factors (eating gluten, other factors) and having the genetic variants that cause susceptibility to the disease. Without the genetic susceptibility, you won’t have celiac.
Long Spike
Discover the research and genetic links to why you may be more susceptible to certain outcomes with long spike.
Blood type and coronavirus susceptibility
Researchers are finding that blood type may play a role in the susceptibility to coronavirus (COVID-19). While this may seem strange at first, blood type actually influences susceptibility and severity of several different pathogenic diseases. (Member’s article)
Fibroids: Genes, Root Causes, and Solutions
Uterine fibroids are a problem for a lot of women, especially after age 30. Fibroids are benign tumors that grow in the muscle cells of the uterus. This article will dig into the causes of fibroids, explain how your genetic variants can add to the susceptibility, and offer solutions that are backed by research. (Member’s article)
Fructose Intolerance: Hereditary or Dietary?
Fructose intolerance can be due to a rare mutation in the ALDOB gene or it can be due to reduced intestinal absorption.
CYP3A4 Gene: Impacting Prescription Drugs
The CYP3A family of genes is involved in metabolizing about half of the drugs on the market today. Check your genes to see if you carry variants that impact the speed at which you metabolize medications.
Ordering Lab Tests On Your Own
The best way to know if a genetic variant is affecting you is usually to see where you stand with a blood test.
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.
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.
Klotho VS Reduces Alzheimer’s Risk for APOE E4 Carriers
The Klotho protein is involved in many of the diseases of aging. Learn more about this gene and find out how your Klotho variants may impact healthy aging.
Acetaminophen and Liver Damage: Understanding the Role of Genetics
Discover how genetics and liver health influence acetaminophen metabolism and the risk of liver damage. Learn about the role of CD44, SULT, UGT, and GST genes.
A Sweet Tooth Without Weight Gain: FGF21 Gene
The FGF21 gene codes for a hormone that is created in the liver and is important for appetite regulation. One variant is linked to increasing carbohydrate consumption – but without an increase in weight gain or diabetes. (Member’s article)
Fluoride: Understanding Its Effects on Health
Discover the pros and cons of fluoride for dental health and overall wellness, its sources, toxicity levels, and how genetics influence fluoride sensitivity.
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Genes
ARDS is caused by an overwhelming immune response to a virus, bacteria, or lung injury. Learn more about which of your immune system genes are involved in ARDS.
Should you eat organic? Detoxifying Neonicotinoids
Is buying organic worth the extra cost? Pesticides that are sprayed on conventionally grown foods affect people differently. Some people carry genetic variants that decrease their ability to detoxify specific pesticides, others may be more resilient. This is Part One in a multipart series on pesticide detoxification. (Member’s article)
Sulfotransferases: SULT Genes, Phase II Detoxification, and Sulfur
The SULT genes help with phase II detoxification of estrogens, neurotransmitters, certain carcinogens, and steroid hormones.
Nattokinase and Lumbrokinase: Natural Supplements for Clots
Two natural fibrinolytics to reduce clotting are nattokinase and lumbrokinase. Learn more about these options based upon the newest research and clinical trials.
Tamiflu: Genetic Reasons it May not Work for You
Genetic variants impact how well the flu antiviral medication, Tamiflu, works for an individual. Learn how your genes impact this medication. (Member’s article)
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.