Nutrigenomics

Centenarian Maintenance – Reversing the Aging Clock

PPARG plays a role in adipogenesis, or the creation of fat tissue and is activated also by high doses of NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen

When caffeine wears off, there is a sudden drop in energy levels as more receptors become available to the adenosine accumulated

Average daily nutritional intake of spermidine varies between 7 and 25 mg

Soluble types of dietary fibre, such as β-glucan and guar gum decrease plasma cholesterol levels

MTHFR catalyzes the reaction to produce the primary form of folate (vitamin B9) in the blood

Aflatoxin is metabolized by CYP3A4 into a more genotoxic metabolite

Stress, substance abuse, and certain medications have been identified as potential important environmental triggers for bipolar disorder

The DRD4 gene, which is involved in the regulation of dopamine, has been linked to impulsivity and risk-taking behavior in individuals with ADHD

Coconut oil inhibits the binding of lectins to cells in the body, and avocados may protect against lectin-induced damage

THC is mainly metabolized to 11-hydroxy-THC which is more potent than THC itself and is responsible for many of the effects of cannabis