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Genes hold the secret to well-being. Personalize your path to health with MyHappyGenes! We don't believe in generic solutions. It's more than a journey.
At MyHappyGenes, we revolutionize the way you understand and optimize your emotional health, using groundbreaking Genetic Research to deliver personalized strategies that are natural, effective, and tailored to you. Founded by Dr. J Dunn, a stalwart in the field of natural medicine, MyHappyGenes reflects her unwavering commitment to understanding the root causes of emotional health struggles and finding solutions that empower the individual. Dr. Dunn's profound empathy for those battling depression, anxiety, and attention issues fuels the mission of MyHappyGenes. We believe in YOU - in your uniqueness, in your genetic blueprint, in your power to shape your own well-being. Our program employs advanced genetic testing methodologies, along with a rich understanding of natural medicine, to provide insights tailored to your unique genetic makeup. With these insights, we empower you with actionable strategies to enhance your emotional well-being organically and holistically. Our goal isn't just to help you cope; it's to enable you to thrive. We understand the sensitivity of genetic information, and we prioritize your privacy above all. We promise: NO sharing of your data or DNA with anyone! Your genetic data is your property, and we respect and safeguard it with the utmost integrity. With MyHappyGenes, you embark on a journey towards a better, brighter, and healthier you. But this isn't a journey you undertake alone; we're here for you. We stand with you as you navigate through the genetic landscape, illuminating your path towards optimized emotional health. Welcome to MyHappyGenes - where we celebrate your uniqueness, respect your privacy, and work together to create a happier, healthier you. It's a transformation. And it begins with you.
09/17/2026
Ever wondered why some things make you feel instantly motivated, while others feel almost impossible to start?
Dopamine plays a big part.
How strongly your brain responds to dopamine can influence your motivation, drive, and willingness to take action. And understanding what’s happening in the brain can help us better understand why motivation isn’t always as simple as “just try harder.”
🧠 Want to learn more about the connection between dopamine and motivation?
Watch the full video here:
https://vist.ly/5ithj
Think everyone benefits from taking a B-complex?
Think again.
B vitamins are essential nutrients, but that doesn't mean everyone needs the same amount—or that everyone will respond to supplementation in the same way.
Your diet, genetics, symptoms, medications, and overall biochemistry can all influence how your body responds to B vitamins.
For some people, supplementation can be helpful.
For others, adding more may simply create unwanted effects.
That's why "more B vitamins" isn't automatically better.
The goal is to understand what your body actually needs rather than assuming a supplement that works for someone else will work for you.
Your biology is personal.
Your supplementation should be, too.
For more info on how to get tested, visit myhappygenes.com
MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.
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09/15/2026
Do you ever feel like you should be motivated, but just... aren't?
You're not lazy. Your brain chemistry may just need a little support. 🧬
In this week's Q&A, Dr. J explains the genetic side of motivation, focusing on three key genes:
🔹 DRD2 — involved in dopamine receptor signaling. Certain variants may affect how strongly the brain registers reward.
🔹 COMT — helps break down dopamine and other catecholamines. Variations can influence how long these neurotransmitters remain active.
🔹 VDR — the vitamin D receptor gene, which plays a role in pathways involved in dopamine production and function.
Here's the part we love: none of this means you're stuck.
Daily habits like eating enough protein, keeping your blood sugar steady, exercising, sleeping well, and getting morning sunlight ☀️ can all support healthy dopamine function.
Understanding your genetics can help explain why motivation and reward may feel different from one person to the next—and give you another piece of the puzzle when figuring out what works for your body.
🎥 Watch the full Q&A here:
https://vist.ly/5iich
For more info on how to get tested, visit myhappygenes.com
MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.
09/14/2026
Think you can’t take too many B vitamins because they're water-soluble?
That's a myth.
Some people can be particularly sensitive to B vitamin supplementation, and certain B vitamins—like B6—can build up in the body. High enough intakes over time can cause neurological symptoms such as tingling, numbness, and pins and needles in the hands and feet.
And it's not always as simple as looking at one supplement. B6 can show up in multivitamins, B complexes, magnesium blends, and other products, making it easy for your total intake to add up.
Your genetics can also influence how your body processes and responds to certain B vitamins.
And when it comes to MTHFR, the answer isn't automatically "take more methylfolate." For some people, high doses of methylfolate or other methylated B vitamins can contribute to symptoms like headaches, fatigue, nausea, achiness, and brain fog.
That's why precision supplementation matters.
Your genetics, current symptoms, blood work, and medications can all provide important pieces of the puzzle when determining what may be right for your body.
🧬 Your body is unique. Your supplements should be, too.
Discover your genetic blueprint with MyHappyGenes®.
Get tested at myhappygenes.com
B vitamins are often associated with energy and brain health.
But more isn't always better.
For some people, increasing certain nutrients may influence neurotransmitter pathways in ways that feel stimulating rather than supportive.
Genetic variants, including those affecting COMT, may influence how efficiently the body processes chemicals involved in stress and stimulation.
That means a supplement that helps one person feel energized may leave another feeling anxious, irritable, or overstimulated.
This is why looking at one gene—or one nutrient—isn't enough.
Your body is a connected system.
Personalized health means understanding how your genetic pathways interact before assuming that a supplement is automatically right for you.
For more info on how to get tested, visit myhappygenes.com
MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.
More supplements don't necessarily mean more support.
When you're taking a multivitamin, drinking fortified shakes, and adding multiple supplements to your routine, it's easy to accidentally stack the same nutrients.
Some nutrients—including vitamin B6—can accumulate when taken in excessive amounts over time and may cause serious health problems.
The goal isn't to "cover all the bases."
It's to understand what your body actually needs and avoid taking more than necessary.
Personalized supplementation looks beyond the label on one bottle and considers the bigger picture: your genetics, diet, current supplements, medications, and individual biochemistry.
Sometimes, better health isn't about adding something new.
It's about knowing what to adjust—or what to stop.
For more info on how to get tested, visit myhappygenes.com
MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.
09/10/2026
A B complex may seem like an easy way to cover all your bases, but when it comes to B vitamins, more isn't always better—and one formula isn't necessarily right for everyone. 🧬
Some people may already be getting enough B vitamins from food. Others may be more sensitive to certain forms or doses because of differences in their genetics and biochemistry.
And when you're taking a multivitamin, B complex, magnesium blend, or other supplements that contain B vitamins, those amounts can add up without you even realizing it.
That's why Dr. J takes a precision approach: looking at your genetics, current symptoms, blood work, medications, and the forms and amounts of nutrients you're taking.
Because “It’s rare that a B complex will work for everybody.”
🎥 Watch the full Q&A with Dr. J: https://vist.ly/5hy3z
MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.
For more info on how to get tested, visit myhappygenes.com
Taking a vitamin doesn't always mean your body can use it.
Many multivitamins contain beta-carotene, which your body must convert into active vitamin A.
But genetic differences in the BCO1 gene can affect how efficiently someone makes that conversion.
That means two people can take the exact same multivitamin—and get very different results.
For some people, beta-carotene may not be an effective source of vitamin A for their individual biology.
This is why personalized nutrition matters.
It's not just about what you're taking.
It's about what your body can actually absorb, convert, and use.
For more info on how to get tested, visit myhappygenes.com
MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.
09/08/2026
“It's water soluble, so you can't take too much.”
Sound familiar?
We hear this all the time—but it's not the full picture.
B6, in particular, can become a concern at high levels of intake. Over time, excessive amounts have been associated with nerve-related symptoms such as tingling and numbness in the hands and feet.
And if you've tested positive for an MTHFR variant, you may have been told to simply take more methylfolate.
But more isn't always better.
For some people, high doses may lead to symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, or brain fog instead of helping them feel better.
In this week's Q&A, Dr. J explains why a one-size-fits-all B complex isn't the answer, what your B12 blood test numbers may and may not tell you, and why understanding your individual genetic variants can provide valuable context when it comes to supplementation.
👉 Watch the full Q&A here:
https://vist.ly/5hp5a
For more info on how to get tested, visit myhappygenes.com
MyHappyGenes is a woman-owned company advancing precision health through clinically actionable genetics.
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