Nutrigenomics Cheat Sheet
Table 1: Genes Influencing Diet Type Suitability
Gene
RS Number
Alleles
Diet Influence
APOA2
rs5082
CC
Higher risk of obesity
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Which Diet is Best for You? How the Science of Nutrigenomics Can Get You Answers
What's This Nutrigenomics?
Nutrigenomics is a fancy way of saying "how your genes and food get along." It's like your DNA is throwing a dinner party, and we need to figure out which foods to invite and which ones to leave off the guest list.
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Magnesium Cheat Sheet: Your Guide to the Mighty Mineral
Confused About Magnesium Compounds?
Are you confused about the many different types of magnesium compounds? Many people tend to lump all types of magnesium together. However, all magnesium compounds are not created equal.
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Hormonal Havoc: Balancing Insulin and Leptin for Better Health
When insulin sensitivity decreases, it's like your cells have started ignoring insulin's frantic attempts to usher glucose out of your bloodstream. The result? Your body produces more insulin, leading to a vicious cycle that can make maintaining a healthy weight feel like teaching a cat to fetch.
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Oxalates: The Stealth Ninjas of the Food World
Oxalates are naturally occurring compounds found in many foods, especially plants. They're like the popular kids in high school – they seem harmless enough, but they have a knack for causing drama.
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No Guts, No Glory:
Uncover the mystery of Gut Health and become your most Vibrant Self Doctor Emi reveals all in her Definitive Gut Health Webinar!
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Mitochondria: The Tiny Titans Powering Your Cellular City
The health of the Mitochondria, the energy producing packets (technically known as organelles) in the cell is essential to brain function, energy, clarity, and the function of the adrenal glands that control stress.
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Stopping Hormonal Triggers That Hinder Weight Loss – Part I
We all know that a healthy diet and exercise are key to weight loss, but did you realize there may be stealth hormonal saboteurs working behind the scenes to trigger overeating thus hindering weight loss?
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10 Steps to Healthy, Lasting Weight Loss
I was recently asked by a patient to list 10 basic steps to healthy, lasting weight loss. In this blog post, I’ve done just that.
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Stopping Hormonal Triggers That Hinder Weight Loss, Part II
Here, you will discover that insulin is not the only hormone involved in triggering overeating episodes. You will also learn the 3 main reasons for the disheartening and unhealthy weight gain-loss-gain yo-yo cycle,1 and how you can overcome it.
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