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Hashimotos: The Most Common Cause of Hypothyroidism
Hashimoto's, also known as Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, is considered…
Heart Rate Variability
Heart rate variability is a new technique in the field of biofeedback…
GUT-BRAIN AXIS
The gut-brain axis is a term that refers to the two-way communication…
LEAKY GUT & MORE: THE IMPACT OF DYSBIOSIS
We recently discussed the importance of nurturing a healthy…
INTRO TO INFLAMMATION
With many major diseases linked to chronic inflammation, persistent…
Gluten-Free Diet: Any benefit? Or just a trend?
Gluten-Free (GF) is necessary for anyone with Celiac Disease.…
BATTLE OF THE FATS: What is the best cooking oil?
Anything with the term “vegetable” is commonly advertised…
FATTY ACIDS: What makes essential fatty acids essential?
As we have learned throughout the Cell Membrane Series, Omega…
FATTY ACIDS: Building blocks of life
As we continue our Cell Membrane Series, we will be discussions…
CELL MEMBRANE: Where optimal health begins
What we eat applies on the cellular level directly to cell membranes.…
CELL MEMBRANE: Protection for the Cell
Every cell in the body is protected by a membrane. Cell membrane…
EXPOSOME: Measuring the biological impact of the environment around us
Our environment can drive disease or mitigate disease risk.…
METABOLOMICS: Bridging the gap from genotype to phenotype
Today, we continue our series on the Omics of Medicine.…
PROTEOMICS: THE TRANSLATION OF OUR BLUEPRINT
The technology surrounding proteomics has evolved in recent…
OMICS OF MEDICINE: Transcriptomics
A gateway to a better understanding of disease pathogenesis.
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OMICS OF MEDICINE: GENOMICS
A blueprint of a genetic "you".
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Our DNA determines…
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Our DNA determines…
THE OMICS OF MEDICINE
The advent of high-throughput technologies in the field of genomic…
ALTERED INTERCELLULAR COMMUNICATION – Where Inflammation Meets Aging
As we age, cells show an increase in self-preserving signals…
STEM CELL EXHAUSTION – The Ultimate Culprit of Aging
Stem cells have exceptional abilities to self-renew and recreate…
CELLULAR SENESCENCE – When Cells Undermine Their Purpose
Our bodies have a built-in process that is believed to be a…
MITOCHONDRIAL DYSFUNCTION: Our Powerhouse Gone Awry
Mitochondria serve as the powerhouses of our cells for which…
DEREGULATED NUTRIENT-SENSING – A Fine Line Between Longevity and Aging
The capacity of our bodies to sense and respond to the ebb and…
LOSS OF PROTEOSTASIS – The Breach of our DNA Security
Cells need protein to grow and repair. Our bodies have safety…
EPIGENETIC ALTERATIONS – Change is Inevitable
Change is inevitable, but your choices can alter the path. Epigenetics…
TELOMERE ATTRITION – The Wear and Tear of Our Chromosomal Guardians
We have a sophisticated and specialized part of our DNA that…
GENOMIC INSTABILITY – A Root Cause of Aging
We accumulate genetic damage throughout our lives. Let’s begin…
EPIGENETICS: The Key to Reversing Your Biological Age
Aging is a leading risk factor for multiple chronic diseases…
GUT-BRAIN AXIS: The ultimate communication channel
Ever wonder what causes ‘gut feelings’ and ‘butterflies’…
STRESS: The importance of maintaining balance in our lives
Stress is an everyday word that we can all relate to. Understanding…
MINDFULNESS: Where science meets meaning
Your purpose and beliefs are a powerful source of motivation.…
AGING BRAIN, PART 3: THE MECHANISMS BEHIND IT ALL
Understanding how our brains are wired and what keeps them running…
AGING BRAIN – PART 2: A New Perspective
Cognitive decline does not have to be a consequence of aging.…
AGING BRAIN, PART 1: A Cause for Hope
When you are young, your brain has 100 billion brand-new cells…
NUTRIGENOMICS – Advancing personalized medicine
As people age, diet and lifestyle play more prominent roles…
AMP-ACTIVATED PROTEIN KINASE (AMPK): How to activate lasting energy
We’ve all learned of the importance of exercise to maintain…
CELLUAR SENESCENCE: The little known cause of aging
Your health begins and ends with your cells. They are the foundation…
BIOMETRICS: PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER
Biometric tracking is at the center of personalized medicine…
BIOMARKERS: CONNECTING THE MOLECULAR DOTS USING BIOMARKERS
We’ve talked about how your story begins with the fact that…
Microbiome
WHAT’S THE STORY WITH YOUR MICROBIOME?
The human microbiome…
The human microbiome…
How We Use Your Genome to Optimize Your Health
Your DNA determines an overwhelming amount of information about…
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