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Breaking Down Carbs: Why Genetic Factors Cause Metabolic Differences

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27-Sep-2024

Breaking Down Carbs: Why Genetic Factors Cause Metabolic Differences

Carbohydrates are essential macronutrients that provide the body with its primary energy source. But did you know that your genes significantly influence how your body processes carbohydrates? Let's dive into the world of carbohydrate metabolism, the role of genetics, and how individual differences can impact your body’s response to carbs.

Understanding Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates consist of:

What is the COMT Gene? Explore How a Key Gene Affects Brain Chemistry and Health Outcomes

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25-Sep-2024

What is the COMT Gene? Explore How a Key Gene Affects Brain Chemistry and Health Outcomes

Have you ever wondered what influences your mood, cognitive function, and your stress response? Meet the COMT (catechol-O-methyltransferase) gene, a key player. 

The COMT gene produces the COMT enzyme, essential for breaking down neurotransmitters like dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine, collectively known as catecholamines. These neurotransmitters are vital for regulating mood, supporting cognitive function, and managing stress.

Because...

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The Sunshine Vitamin Personalized: Nutrigenomics and Vitamin D

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23-Sep-2024

The Sunshine Vitamin Personalized: Nutrigenomics and Vitamin D

Vitamin D deficiency is all too common worldwide, and sadly, it’s linked to many negative health outcomes. It’s highly likely that you know more than one person who is deficient in this vitamin. Knowing your risk for deficiency can give you a headstart in identifying it and replenishing your levels to feel your best. 

 

Understanding Vitamin D 

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Personalizing Antidepressant Therapy: The Role of CYP450 Enzymes

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20-Sep-2024

Personalizing Antidepressant Therapy: The Role of CYP450 Enzymes

Choosing the right antidepressant can be a long and frustrating process of trial and error. Some people may respond better to one type of antidepressant, while others will respond better to another. 

 

It involves finding the right balance of efficacy and tolerability, making sure the drug is matched to the right type of depression and patient...

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The MTHFR Gene Mutation Explained and What To Do About It

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18-Sep-2024

The MTHFR Gene Mutation Explained and What To Do About It

Identifying whether or not you have the MTHFR gene mutation is important for understanding more about your ability to absorb folate. Folate plays essential roles in the body to prevent disease, stabilize mood, and support a healthy pregnancy.

 

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Ozempic vs. Other Weight Loss Drugs: How Genetics Can Guide You

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17-Sep-2024

Ozempic vs. Other Weight Loss Drugs: How Genetics Can Guide You

There’s been quite a buzz in the last couple of years around weight loss medications. Newer weight loss medications have come to market over the past several years, but how do you know what’s going to be the best choice for you?

Pharmacogenomics can be your guide. 

Weight Loss Medications

Some of the popular medications known...

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Unlocking Your Fitness Potential: The Genetics of Muscle Composition

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16-Sep-2024

Unlocking Your Fitness Potential: The Genetics of Muscle Composition

You’re likely familiar with the way genes play a role in our eye color, height, or propensity for certain diseases. You may be less familiar with the role it plays in regards to your muscle strength and endurance so let’s go over the genetics of muscle composition. 

Muscle Fibers

 

Everyone has slow-twitch and fast-twitch muscle fibers....

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Personalized Wellness Using Nutrigenomics!

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13-Sep-2024

Personalized Wellness Using Nutrigenomics!

Unlock Your Health Potential with Scylex Lab's Nutrigenomics Testing

With Scylex Labs' cutting-edge nutrigenomics testing, you can unlock a personalized approach to nutrition and wellness that considers your unique genetic makeup. Here's how our innovative testing can transform your life:

The Power of Nutrigenomics

Nutrigenomics is the science of how your diet interacts with your genes....

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SNPs Simplified: A Beginner’s Guide to Genetic Variations

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12-Sep-2024

SNPs Simplified: A Beginner’s Guide to Genetic Variations

Have you seen the term SNPs and wondered what the heck does that mean?

Have you seen the term SNPs and wondered what the heck does that mean? It’s a whole lot of science talk that we’re going to break down for you so you can understand what they are and how they might impact your health.

We’ll start with...

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No More One-Size-Fits-All Medicine

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11-Sep-2024

No More One-Size-Fits-All Medicine

Do you ever wish you could get medication that was made just for you?

Pharmacogenetics and It’s Benefits

Pharmacogenetics is the study of how a person’s genetics affect the way they respond to drugs. This can also be referred to as pharmacogenomics. Using pharmacogenetic reports can help guide doctors and patients in finding the most effective medications...

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