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The MTHFR gene and its role in methylation have been in the news lately thanks to influencers like Gary Brecka and 10X Health System. Learn how much methylation tests should cost and what they can (and cannot) tell you about your health.

How Much Should MTHFR Methylation Testing Cost? Is It Worth It? - Gene Food ContentsCosts and how to run SNPs for freeGenes that impact genetic methylationCan methylation testing uncover nutrient deficiency?Will insurance pay for methylation testing?The primary insight of methylation testingIs genetic methylation testing... Read More

The longevity gene -

Alzheimer's Risk, ApoE, and KLOTHO ApoE scoring plays a large role in assigning Gene Food diet types, such that carrying one or two copies of ApoE4 bumps the user down a fat category. This is the case because ApoE4 carriers tend to see much higher APOB numbers on high fat diets (which contributes to dementia risk). 

Aspirin for heart health? -

Aspirin, Lp(a), and heart health For more, see this Cleveland Clinic blog post: Should You Take Daily Aspirin? However, as with anything, there appears to be a notable exception to the baby aspirin rule, and it's rooted in our genetics.  Both the ASPREE Trial and Women's Health Study (WHS) indicate that low-dose aspirin might be...

Can a “Green” Mediterranean Diet Slow Aging? -

Can a “Green” Mediterranean Diet Slow Aging? It seems like a huge part of the health and wellness conversation these days is devoted to anti-aging and longevity, which is why I thought many of you would be interested in this study.  In an 18-month randomized controlled trial, researchers in Israel measured whether adding polyphenols to an al...

New on YouTube - Cholesterol Hyper-Absorption and Statins: What You Need to Know:

I'm a Cholesterol Hyper-Absorber (But Don't Take a Statin) There is a lot of confusion about dietary cholesterol and whether eating foods like eggs has any meaningful impact on important heart health markers, such as...

Why we don't agree with the Feldman Lipid Energy Model:

Why I Disagree With the Feldman Lipid Energy Model - Gene Food Why do some people’s LDL-C numbers shoot through the roof on a low carbohydrate, high fat diet? Dave Feldman, a former software engineer, citizen scientist, and lipid enthusiast has a... Read More

https://mailchi.mp/87bbc2bd479e/giving-up-alcohol

Giving up alcohol A few nights ago, our 2+ y/o announced her upset stomach by puking in the kitchen. My wife started feeling ill at 3 am that night.  Our son (8 months old) started crying soon after my wife announced she was out of commission. I had had two sakes and a beer the night before, and felt it as I got to ...

Test kits are back in stock!

Feed Your Genetics - Gene Food More genes, more nutrition insights. Offered through our CLIA certifies labs, Gene Food test kits unlock a new system of eating powered by your DNA.

Ever wonder why some of us can drink an espresso right before bed and still get our 8 hours, while others will be staring at the ceiling all night? The answer lies in our genetics. Let’s have a look at the genes that drive differences in caffeine metabolism.

How Fast Do You Process Caffeine? Here is How to Know - Gene Food Variants in the CYP1A2 genes determine how quickly we metabolize caffeine. Slow metabolizers report greater side effects when drinking caffeinated drinks.

You are unique.

Confused about cholesterol? Here are 10 facts to help you personalize your approach:

10 Facts About Cholesterol and Why a Personalized Approach is Best - Gene Food Are eggs and high cholesterol foods bad for your health? We break down 10 scientific facts about cholesterol, including why a personalized approach is best.

How coffee affects your sleep could determine how it impacts your gut health:

Is Coffee Good or Bad For the Gut? - Gene Food ContentsCoffee and GERDCoffee gets things movingDrinking coffee can increase healthy Bifidobacterium speciesCoffee might help you absorb more antioxidants from foodHeavy coffee use might be detrimental to the microbiome Coffee, cream and... Read More