Where Genetics Meets Nutrition

Some of the most significant changes that occurred in our genetic biochemistry happened during the Neolithic period starting approximately 10,000-12,000 years ago. This was a time period where we saw a major shift in many parts of the world from hunting and gathering...

We are so honored to share this podcast from the health and wellness powerhouse Wellness Mama! Nutrition Genome founder Alex Swanson shows you how you can improve your genetic expression for pregnancy, brain health, and DNA repair through our...

What foods are high in methylfolate? Folate is a B-vitamin found highest in dark green vegetables, liver, fermented foods and drinks and certain fruits. DNA and RNA synthesis, DNA maintenance, methylation and healthy cell division are all dependent on folate status....

Two of the most vital nutrients for healthy DNA expression are folate and choline. Since eggs are the highest source of choline, having an egg allergy, dislike of eggs, or following a vegan diet can put you in a bind. How to get choline without eggs becomes a priority...

The Health Benefits of Red Wine Red wine offers numerous benefits that are highlighted throughout the Nutrition Genome Report. However, the benefit may be negated based on your APOE genotype.  Red wine has been found in studies to increase probiotic diversity, where...

BRCA-1 and BRCA-2 are tumor suppressor genes that are tested by doctors to help determine breast and ovarian cancer risk that run in families that are typically estrogen negative. Mutations in the BRCA genes can cause a reduced ability to repair DNA double-strand...

Alzheimer's disease is becoming more and more common in today's world, with many of us knowing a loved one who has suffered from the disorder. However, nutrigenomics and epigenomics research have given us hope on how to approach Alzheimer's by being proactive to...

According to the World Health Organization, depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Approximately 300 million suffer from depression, with more women affected than men. The pharmacological intervention that focuses on serotonin, dopamine and...