CBD Oil: Will it work for you?
Why do some people get such great benefits from CBD while others notice nothing? Your genes play a role in how your body responds to CBD.
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Sleep Report: Genetic Causes of Sleep Problems
This is a quick (Member’s Only) overview of how your genetic variants impact various aspects of sleep including insomnia, circadian rhythm, and sleep quality.
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.
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
MTHFR: How to check your data for C677T and A1298C
Key takeaways: ~ The MTHFR gene impacts how your body utilizes folate (vitamin B9) for creating neurotransmitters, detoxifying toxicants, and maintaining a healthy heart. ~ Genetic variants can impact how well this gene works. ~ Optimizing diet and supplements related to methylation may impact several aspects of wellness. Check your … Read more
Genetic Lifehacks: Understand your genes.
Latest Articles and Genotype Reports: Supplements and Your Genes (see all): Detoxification & Medications (see all): Heart Health (see all): Metabolic Health (see all): Sleep & Circadian Rhythm (see all): Nutrigenomics (see all): Athletics & Exercise (see all): Traits (see all): Brain Function and Mood Disorders (see all): Inflammation & … 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.
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.
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.
HMGB1 gene: inflammatory response protein important in sepsis and COVID-19
The HMGB1 protein has a unique role in activating the inflammatory response pathways. Increased HMGB1 levels will call up the troops for a big response to an infection. Discover how genetic variants of this protein vary the risk of cancer, inflammation, and sepsis to name a few.
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.
Lupus: Genetics, Root Causes, and Possible Solutions
Lupus is a complex autoimmune disease that can impact several different systems in your body. Learn more about how your genetic variants impact the “why” for this autoimmune disease.
Tinnitus and Meniere’s Disease: Genetic Susceptibility to Ringing in Your Ears
Genetics plays a role in both Meniere’s disease and tinnitus. Understanding your genetic susceptibility may help point you to the right solutions.
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.
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.
Allergy Medicine: Why Fexofenadine Works Better for Some People
Ever wonder why a certain medication may work great for a friend and do nothing for you? One reason could be the genes involved in transporting the medication into and out of your cells. This article looks at the research studies on fexofenadine and the Multidrug Resistance Protein variants.
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.
Genes that impact response to Modafinil
Genetic variants make a difference in how you respond to modfinil — whether it is likely to work well for you or not.
Alcohol Genes: Alcohol Metabolism Rate
Wondering why you don’t react the same way to alcohol as your friends do? Some people metabolize alcohol faster leaving a build-up of acetaldehyde. Learn more about why this can be a health problem for some.
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Estrogen: How it is Made and How We Get Rid of It NQO1 Gene: Metabolism of quinones, benzene, and more Dopamine Receptor Genes How natural supplements can change circadian gene expression Restless Leg and Periodic Limb Movement Disorder: Genetic Solutions NAD+ Reversing Aging? Overview of NR and NMN Histamine Intolerance … Read more
Snips about SNPs: BCMO1 and beta-carotene
Genetic variants can cause up to a 69% decreased conversion of beta-carotene to retinol.
Do you Wake up at 4 AM? Genetic Variants of Morning Insomnia
Seeing 3:30 or 4:00 on your clock each morning? There could be a physiological reason for this. Learn about the genetic variants linked to early waking insomnia and the connection to depression. (Member’s article)
Leveraging your gut microbiome to change your gene expression
Learn how your gut microbiome influences the expression of your core circadian rhythm genes.
Insomnia Solutions Based on Your Genes
Learn about some of the genetic reasons for insomnia — and the solutions that may work for you based on your genetic variants.
PMS, PMDD, Genetics, and Solutions
Studies estimate that PMS is up to 95% heritable – which means that it has a significant genetic component.