The Dr. Hyman Show Do Your Genes Determine Your Destiny?
Aug 2, 2019
This discussion dives into the fascinating world of epigenetics, revealing how our lifestyle choices can actually influence our genes. It emphasizes that a family history of disease does not seal our fate. The conversation features insights on how food, exercise, and even mindfulness can empower us towards better health. Experts share that forgiveness and gratitude can be transformative, touching both emotional and physical well-being. Ultimately, listeners are encouraged to take control of their health through mindful decisions and personal experiences.
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Epigenetics and Gene Expression
- Epigenetics shows how lifestyle factors like diet and stress can turn genes on or off, impacting our health.
- This challenges the idea that our genetic profile is our destiny.
Upgrading Your "Information Field"
- Upgrade your "information field" through practices like forgiveness and gratitude to modify gene expression.
- Address emotional toxins alongside physical ones to avoid repeating negative patterns.
Biography Becomes Biology
- Your life story, beliefs, and lineage influence your biology, regulating genes and systems like the gut microbiome.
- Like upgrading computer software, you can improve your "biological software" to reverse aging and boost vitality.
