Serendipitous findings lead from a search for anti-cancer agents to a promising treatment for Huntington’s disease … and kidney stones   What happens when an oncologist and a neurobiologist meet in a hallway sounds like it might be the beginning of a bad joke, but it’s actually a story of what new discoveries can be…

What is OCD? Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is considered a multi-symptom psychiatric disorder. It affects 2-3% of the population worldwide. Genetic studies show that it is strongly heritable, involving both common and rare genetic variants. Heritability studies in twins show that OCD is ~50% heritable with monozygotic twins having a concordance rate of 50-87%[ref][ref] OCD often…

Staying hydrated is essential to living a healthy life. Obviously, we all need water for day-to-day bodily function, but when you’re sweating a lot (like when you’re working out), it’s crucial that you quickly replenish the fluids that you’ve lost through sweat. Plain water is OK, but supplemental hydration beverages help add essential electrolytes and…

Collagen peptides have become one of the trendiest supplements over the last few years. Regularly making lists of top biohacking supplements alongside vitamin D, fish oil, creatine, and essential amino acids. Indeed, collagen peptide users report some impressive anecdotal benefits. Hundreds of brands now offer products. But they’re not all equal. Even if you hunt…

Whether you’re 18 or 80, you want your skin to glow with vibrant health. To support radiant skin, eat well, drink enough water, and use sunscreen and clean skin care daily. Beyond the basics, antioxidants support healthy skin from the inside out. And when it comes to antioxidant supplements, there’s average, and there’s Activation. How…

Getting enough protein in your diet isn’t always easy. The average person needs about 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day, which amounts to around 58 grams per day for a 160-pound person. And if you’re working out regularly and looking to put on muscle mass, you’ll need even more than that — about…

Key takeaways:~ CYP2J2 is a gene in the CYP450 family of phase I detoxification enzymes.~ Arachidonic acid and other polyunsaturated fatty acids are turned into bioactive signals by CYP2J2.~ Genetic variants in CYP2J2 can increase the risk of heart disease.Members will see their genotype report below and the solutions in the Lifehacks section. Consider joining…

“Do you have a conc—? No, actually don’t answer that. I don’t want to know. Just sit out a few plays and rest.” — Dozens of similar conversations I overheard between coaches and athletes I played 11 years of competitive collision sports. Not contact—most team sports include some contact—but intentional collision. At maximum speeds. Ironically,…

Tired of guessing which vitamins and nutrients you need more of? Use your genetic raw data from 23andMe or AncestryDNA to find out! Here are five examples of how you can use your genetic data to understand how your genes can influence your need for specific nutrients. This is a great starting point for learning…