How genetic differences can radically change your cognitive response to THC. While it's generally agreed that THC-rich cannabis causes some degree of short term memory impairment while you're stoned, the degree to which memory loss occurs, and persists after use, has been debated extensively. You might know someone who's a daily stoner and functions pretty […]
Updated October 14th, 2019 We've all heard the warnings about fish being high in mercury -- it's one of the most common questions I get when I tell clients their genetics would be suited to a diet higher in fish. With nutrigenomic testing, we can understand your body's need for and ability to process and utilize […]
Updated July 9th 2019 Quick Summary: A gene called CYP2C9 makes an enzyme that breaks down THC (the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis). Variations in this gene can cause a 3-fold difference in your ability to metabolize THC. Studies have shown that this can cause differences in how long-lasting and intense the effects of pot […]
Updated July 1st 2019: The short answer is yes. Timing and intensity especially matter. Blue light exposure at night, when we normally would not be exposed to sunlight, causes circadian disruption though the suppression of melatonin. Circadian disruption has been linked to a variety of conditions including cancer, obesity, type-II diabetes, macular degeneration, depression, and […]
Updated May 6th 2019 Quick Summary: Beta-Carotene is the most abundant type of Vitamin A in the plant kingdom. But, in order to use Beta-Carotene, our bodies have to convert it to retinol, the active form of vitamin A. Common variations in the BCO1 gene can create much lower conversion rates and thus lower levels […]
On January 20th, I did a free online Masterclass designed to give you the tools to thrive this year. Click Here to watch it! See, creating great health is more than the sum of its parts. It's not as simple as just following a stock diet plan or doing what worked for your friend or neighbor. Your body is […]
I had a great conversation with Michael Phillips of Third Eye Drops podcast about everything from epigenetics to synchronicity to music to education and finding my way as a multidisciplinary human in a world that encourages specialization. This was a super fun interview on one of my personal favorite podcasts. And, if you want to […]
Want to do something meaningful with your life? No one is going to care about making that happen more than you do. And, if you don't really care, no one is going to do it for you. Right? The same thing applies when it comes to your health. No one is going to care more […]
I've been busy the past few weeks being interviewed about my work with the endocannabinoid system and nutrigenomics. Embody Radio: More health and fitness focused than the other interviews... I talked about some pretty personal health stuff I've never talked about publicly relating to how I got into health and nutrition... actually a little bit […]
I've been busy the past few weeks being interviewed about my work with the endocannabinoid system and nutrigenomics. Embody Radio: More health and fitness focused than the other interviews... I talked about some pretty personal health stuff I've never talked about publicly relating to how I got into health and nutrition... actually a little bit […]
