MyHappyGenes

Are you a perfectionist — or do you know one? 🙋

There’s a big difference between having high standards and being trapped by them. And according to Dr. J, that difference often comes down to your genes.

In this week’s Q&A, she and GC dig into the genetic reasons some people can never quite call something “done.”

Two genes in particular — MAO and COMT — can create a combination of anxiety and irritability that makes the nervous system resist anything less than perfect.

The result?
• Projects that never get finished
• Ideas that never get launched
• A constant low hum of “not good enough yet”

But here’s the hopeful part: when brain chemistry becomes more balanced, something shifts.

You can do great work and let it go. You can say “good enough” — and actually mean it. 💛

🎥 Watch the full Q&A here:
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MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.

Histamine isn’t just about allergies.

It may be connected to symptoms like headaches, brain fog, anxiety, bloating, skin flares, hormone imbalance, and chronic inflammation — especially when genetics are involved.

Join Dr. J Dunn for a free webinar, Histamine, Genetics & The Inflammatory Response, where we’ll explore how histamine-related gene variants can impact the brain, gut, hormones, immune system, and overall health.

📅 Wednesday, May 20, 2026 • 12 PM CT • 1 PM ET

🔗 Register here:
https://vist.ly/538ei

When the body feels irritated, the mind often feels irritated too. 🧬

Neurotransmitters, inflammation, stress hormones, and genetic pathways can all influence mood, patience, and emotional regulation.

Sometimes what looks like “being difficult” may actually be a nervous system that’s overwhelmed and out of balance.

When the body is supported properly, the mind often feels calmer too.

MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.

For more info on how to get tested, visit myhappygenes.com

Ever wonder why some people seem wired to be grouchy? 😤

Turns out, it might not be their fault at all — it could be their genes.

In this week’s Q&A, Dr. J breaks down the “warrior gene” (MAO) and how too much serotonin — yes, too much of the so-called “happy” neurotransmitter — can actually make someone irritable, snappy, and constantly on edge.

Add in the COMT gene (hello, adrenaline overload) and the GAD enzyme (which converts glutamate into calming GABA), and suddenly that grouchy person in your life starts to make a lot more biochemical sense.

The best part? You can do something about it. 🙌

Dr. J has seen patients come into her clinic snapping at everyone — then return after starting their personalized protocol as completely different people. Their coworkers “suddenly got nicer.” (Spoiler: it wasn’t the coworkers.)

If you or someone you love has been told they have a bit of a grouch problem, this one’s for you. 👇

🎥 Watch the full Q&A here:
https://vist.ly/4257v

For more info on how to get tested, visit myhappygenes.com

MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.

SSRIs don’t work the same for everyone, and there’s a reason for that. 🧬

Each person’s biochemistry is different.

Some people may not be making enough serotonin.
Others may not be breaking it down properly.

So increasing serotonin isn’t always the solution, and in some cases, it can actually make symptoms worse.

Understanding your genetic pathways helps uncover what your body actually needs.

MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.

For more info on how to get tested, visit myhappygenes.com

Have you ever taken an antidepressant and felt like it just… didn’t work?
Or worse — felt more anxious and wound up than before?

You’re not imagining things. And it’s not a character flaw.

It may be your genes. 🧬

In this week’s Q&A, Dr. J explains exactly what’s happening in your brain when you take an SSRI — and why genetic variants in just a few key genes can make the difference between relief and a really rough reaction.

She also covers something critically important: why stopping antidepressants without medical guidance can be dangerous — and what a safer, more personalized path forward can look like.

This is the kind of conversation most doctors don’t have time for — but Dr. J does. 💙

🎥 Watch the full video here:
https://vist.ly/4z8rc

Have a topic you’d like Dr. J to cover? Drop it in the comments or email [email protected]

For more info on how to get tested, visit myhappygenes.com

MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.

Spending money on supplements but not seeing results?

It may not be the supplement — it may be how your body processes it.

Absorption, activation, and dosage all play a role in whether nutrients are actually used by your body. And your genes can influence each step of that process.

More is not always better. And the “right” supplement is only effective when it matches your biology.

Read the full article here:
https://vist.ly/4z4au

For more info on how to discover how your genes respond to lifestyle and nutrition, visit myhappygenes.com.

Supplements aren’t always harmless.

In fact, if they’re not matched to your physiology, they can actually do more harm than good. 🧬

Every supplement you take affects multiple biochemical pathways — not just one.

If your body can’t properly process what you’re taking, it can lead to symptoms like anxiety, insomnia, irritability, or fatigue.

That’s why personalization matters.

For more info on how to get tested, visit myhappygenes.com

MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.