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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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 enzyme converts folate (vitamin B9) to its active form, 5-MTHF. Folate is used to create methyl groups, which cells use to synthesize neurotransmitters, detoxify toxicants, methylate DNA, and maintain a healthy heart. The common MTHFR C677T and A1298C variants lower enzyme function (up to ~70–80% for … Read more
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 Metabolism: ALDH2 and ADH1B Genes
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.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis, Genes, and Gut Microbes
All of the general advice, fix your gut, eat more fiber, eat fermented foods, avoid sugar, grains, dairy, etc., may work for some but not for everyone. Take a good look at some of the genes that affect our microbiome.
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.
Are you allergic to grass pollen? It may be genetic.
Allergies are usually due to a mix of genetic susceptibility and being exposed to certain triggering molecules. Several different gene variants have ties to an increased risk of grass pollen allergies.
Articles Directory – Genetic Lifehacks
Every published article on geneticlifehacks.com, grouped by topic. 502 articles · 50 topics Expand all Collapse all Addiction4 Alzheimer's Prevention16 Arrhythmia & Heart Function10 Athletics & Exercise12 Autoimmune Diseases23 Blood Pressure6 Brain and Mood55 Cancer Prevention12 Carbohydrate Metabolism4 Cholesterol & Lipids10 Chronic Inflammation12 Clotting & Blood13 Cognitive Function15 COVID, Long … Read more
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