Why Am I Having Trouble Sleeping? Sleep is one of the most important factors in how your body functions. We all know the way we feel and act when we don’t get enough hours of sleep. We are groggy, not able to be fully present in our jobs or with our families, might...
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What is MTHFR? Genetic Break Deep Dive
Nov 6, 2023 | Blog, Genetic Testing
What are Genes? Genes are the basic units of inheritance within our bodies. Genes contain the information that specifies which physical and biological traits are passed down from our parents to us and are responsible for the body functioning the way it should. Most...
How Can Genetic Testing Help with Sleep?
Oct 19, 2023 | Blog, Genetic Testing
If you struggle with sleep, you’re not alone Have you ever had one of those nights where you feel like you’re tossing and turning in bed for hours on end, unable to doze off? Or, do you find yourself waking up multiple times in the middle of the night, unable to...
The Best Genetic Test? 3 Reasons Why 10X Health Ranks Above the Competition
Oct 11, 2023 | Blog, Genetic Testing
Always seek the very best solutions for your wellness There has been a massive shift in the wellness industry in recent years. People are no longer settling for the bare minimum when it comes to their well-being, and they are willing to spend more time and money than...
How Does 10X Health’s Genetic Test Differ From 23andMe?
Oct 3, 2023 | Blog, Genetic Testing
10X Health vs. 23andMe We sometimes get questions from clients about how our test is different from 23andMe, arguably the most well-known at-home genetic test on the market. And it’s a valid question! People want to understand why they should choose 10X Health or if...
Struggling to Lose Weight? Genetic Testing Can Help
Sep 26, 2023 | Blog, Genetic Testing
The Struggle To Lose Weight Nearly 40% of Americans are obese, and another 32% are overweight, so it is no surprise that a whopping 45 million Americans go on a diet each year. However, only dieting when trying to lose weight is setting yourself up for failure as...
What are MTR and MTRR? Genetic Break Deep Dive
Sep 18, 2023 | Blog, Genetic Testing
What are the MTR and MTRR Genes? The MTR (methionine synthase) gene and the MTRR (methionine synthase reductase) gene both code for enzymes that are involved in the conversion of homocysteine to methionine. They are essential players in the methylation cycle. Both...
What is Methylation?
Aug 14, 2023 | Blog, Genetic Testing
What Exactly Does Methylation Do in the Body? Let’s dive into science for a moment. Methylation is a chemical reaction in the body in which a small molecule called a methyl group gets added to DNA, proteins, or other molecules. Methylation is necessary for life to...
Do Your Genes Change Over Time?
Jul 20, 2023 | Blog, Genetic Testing
How Do Genes Work in the Human Body? Genes are basically in control of how the human body functions. Genes are responsible for producing the proteins that run everything in our bodies. Some proteins are visible, such as the ones that compose our hair and skin. Others...