Genomics

What do you know about genomics?

There is a growing movement towards personalized medicine instead of the one-size-fits-all approach.

This takes into account genetics, environment, and lifestyle to create a tailor-made solution.

Everybody has heard of genetics- inheritable genetic conditions that are passed down from mom and dad like sickle cell anemia and cystic fibrosis.

Genomics is a more recent discovery of how our genes are influenced by the environment and the influence this has on personalizing how to prevent and manage disease.

Until about 10 years ago, it would cost approximately $1 billion to sequence our whole genome which is about 20 thousand genes.

Now, you can get it done for less than $500 and get reports of how certain conditions are controlled by hundreds of genes with personalized reports on how to address them.

Conditions such as dementia, autism, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and mental health disorders can be treated using genomics.

The genes load the gun, and the environment and lifestyle pull the trigger

Genes can be modified in order by turning on and off switches that are affecting various pathways in the body that lead to disease.

Wouldn’t it be nice to be “loaded” with all of the information about your genetics with the practical applications that could be implemented?

We want to work on changing the expression of our genes to optimize their function and how they could protect and heal us.

Genomics can help prioritize interventions and address root causes to improve your health, especially for brain-related disorders like autism with just getting a cheek swab- no blood draw needed.

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