MTHFR: The MTHFR gene (Methylene-TetraHydroFolate Reductase) provides instructions for making an enzyme that is involved in processing amino acids, the building blocks of proteins, and converting the amino acid homocysteine to another amino acid, methionine. This process requires a B-vitamin called folate (also known as vitamin B9), which is obtained through the diet or […]
POTS stands for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, a medical condition characterized by symptoms such as lightheadedness, rapid heartbeat, fainting, and other symptoms that occur when a person stands up or changes position from lying down to standing up. The exact causes of POTS are not well understood, but it is thought to be related to […]
Lower Blood Pressure Naturally 1. Watch your salt intake: Too much salt can cause your body to retain water, which can raise your blood pressure. Try to limit your intake of salty foods, such as processed meats, canned soups, and snack foods. 2. Get active: Regular physical activity can help lower your blood pressure. Aim […]
Autoimmunity Autoimmunity has become increasingly more common due to environmental toxins, chemicals and food proteins. We can develop a response that initially should be normal to a foreign invader. However, at times are immune system becomes over reactive and it fails to properly distinguish between a foreign invader and our own body tissue. Do you […]
HEALTHY AGING: HOW CAN WE PROMOTE LONGEVITY? Now that I have entered my 6th decade of life I have given more thought on how to promote longevity. My concerns are not only memory and balance but actually how does my body look on the inside. Generally labs have been pretty good and so […]
Genetic testing through companies such as 23andme.com or Ancestry.com can provide useful information on understanding potential areas of weakness and disease susceptibility. The raw data obtained from these tests can be overwhelming because we are provided with a blueprint of our DNA, and with that, a look into the specific gene expression that can cause […]
