Zinc, Genetics, and Your Risk for Depression, Infection, or Diabetes
Zinc is essential for immunity, skin, mood, and blood sugar, and your genes can change how much you need. Learn how zinc transporter variants affect your optimal intake.
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Interleukin-15 (IL-15): Immune response, cancer, long Covid, and genetics
Learn how IL-15 influences NK cells and CD8+ T cells in the immune response to pathogens and cancers. Find out how your genetic variants influence IL-15 levels.
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.
Trace Minerals and Neurocognitive Optimization
Trace minerals affect neurotransmitter levels and neuroinflammation. Getting the right levels of micronutrients can help optimize neurocognitive function.
Ehlers Danlos Syndrome: Genes, Types, and Treatments
Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes causes changes in the way that collagen forms in the joints, ligaments, and skin. Explore the research on EDS and the genetic mutations that cause some of the subtypes of the 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.
Flu Season: Genetics and Your Immune Response
Are you more genetically susceptible to the flu? Learn how your genes play a role and discover research-backed natural options to beat the flu.
Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Genetic Causes and Possible Solutions
Hidradenitis suppurativa is caused by overactive inflammation and hyperkeratosis. Genetics plays a big role – along with environmental factors.
Thyroid Hormones: Genes, Hypothyroidism, and T4/T3 Conversion
The thyroid is a master regulator controlling many of your body’s systems. It is integral for metabolism and body temperature. Learn about specific thyroid-related variants.
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.
Brain Fog: Causes, genetics, and individualized solutions
Brain fog has many roots: nutrient deficiencies, hypoxia, inflammation, viral infections, microclots, histamine, amino acid metabolism, and genetics — plus targeted strategies to restore clear thinking.
IL-17: Chronic Inflammation & Autoimmune Risk with IL17A, IL17F
The IL17 gene codes for an important part of the immune system. When it is overactive, IL-17 can contribute to the risk of autoimmune diseases including rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease.
Leaky Gut Genes: Emulsifiers in Processed Foods
Emulsifiers, found in many processed and packaged foods, can trigger an inflammatory response in the intestines based on whether you carry specific genetic variants.
Chronic Inflammation: Causes and Natural Solutions
Take a deep dive into the causes of chronic inflammation and learn how to target specific inflammatory pathways to reverse or prevent chronic disease.
Genetics and Type 2 Diabetes
Not all type 2 diabetes risk is from what you eat… Genetics plays a big role in diabetes. Learn more about your genetic susceptibility.
Trying to get pregnant? Targeted Approaches to Improving Egg Quality
Trying to get pregnant? Healthy eggs are vital for a successful pregnancy. Discover four key ways to improve your egg quality, according to research studies.
Alcohol Addiction: Exploring the Genetic and Environmental Factors
Discover the role of genetics, stress, and neurotransmitters in alcohol use disorder. Alcohol dependence is complex; understand your genes and the research on treatment options.
Alcohol & Histamine Intolerance: Understanding the Connection
Drinking alcohol is often a problem for people with histamine intolerance. Learn about the pathways that are involved and how to avoid alcohol-induced reactions.
PMS, PMDD, Genetics, and Solutions
Studies estimate that PMS is up to 95% heritable – which means that it has a significant genetic component.
Mercury Detoxification: Genomics and Solutions
What are the physiological effects of mercury and how does the body eliminates it? Discover how genetic variants play a role in how quickly you excrete mercury.
Taste Receptors: Bitter, Sweet, and Much More
Ever wonder why some people don’t like Brussel sprouts or strong, dark coffee? Some people love a good, dark roast, cup of coffee – and Brussel sprouts and cabbage taste just great. Genetic variants in the taste receptor genes mean that we taste things differently.
Alopecia Areata: Reasons for Rapid Hair Loss
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune-like disorder in which the immune system attacks the hair follicle. Learn about the triggers of alopecia areata, why the hair falls out, genetic variants that increase susceptibility, and possible treatment options.
Genes that Impact Ferritin Levels
Ferritin is the storage protein for iron in the body. Storing too little or too much iron can be an indicator of an underlying problem. Discover the genetic variants that impact ferritin and how to increase ferritin with supplements or foods.
Sudden Hearing Loss: Viruses, Vaccines, and Genes
Genetic variants can significantly increase your risk of sudden sensorineural hearing loss. Learn more about the current research on sudden sensorineural hearing loss, including links to viral and vaccine causes.
Nootropics and Genetics: Smart Drugs and Your Genes
Nootropics are supplements used to boost cognition and memory. Learn how the substance works and the genes connected to the mechanism of action.