Leveraging your gut microbiome to change your gene expression
Learn how your gut microbiome influences the expression of your core circadian rhythm genes.
Sleep & Circadian Rhythm
Your circadian rhythm is the 24-hour internal clock that drives many important aspects of your health. Sleeping well is part of circadian rhythm. Learn about how your genes impact your circadian rhythm and how this is foundational to so many other health topics.
Where to start?
- Early morning insomnia due to histamine and mast cell activation
- Seasonal affective disorder (winter blues)
- Genetics and sleep problems: finding solutions
- Circadian disruption as a root cause of depression
Members: Check out the Sleep and Circadian Rhythm Topic Summary Report for a quick overview of all your genetic variants.
Latest articles on Athletics & Exercise:
Melatonin receptor gene: Alzheimer’s risk and night shift work
Shift work and ‘social jet lag’ are linked to an increased risk for several chronic diseases. A genetic variant in the MTNR1A gene impacts melatonin receptors in the brain. (Member’s article)
Insomnia Solutions Based on Your Genes
Learn about some of the genetic reasons for insomnia — and the solutions that may work for you based on your genetic variants.
Changing Your Circadian Gene Expression with Polyphenols
Polyphenols can change the gene expression of your core circadian rhythm genes. Learn how to epigentically impact your biological clock with natural foods.
Why light at night increases cancer risk
The World Health Organization (WHO) categorizes light at night as a probable carcinogen. Learn why dim light at night increases your risk of breast cancer — and what you can do to easily reduce this risk. (Member’s article)
Circadian Rhythm: Weight Loss and Meal Timing
It isn’t just what you eat, it is WHEN you eat. Learn how meal timing impact weight – and how your genes are important here.
Circadian Rhythm Genes: Mood Disorders
Circadian rhythm disruption can drive mood disorders. Learn more about the genes involved and the ways to normalize your circadian rhythm.
Alzheimer’s and Light at Night: Taking action to prevent this disease
Too much blue light at night is standing out as a player in circadian rhythm dysfunction and can increase your risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Discover ways to improve your sleep quality and environment to help lower your modifiable risk.
Color TV has made us fat: melatonin, genetics, and light at night
Melatonin is vital to good health — impacting weight, cancer, Alzheimer’s, and more. Learn how your genes interact with melatonin.