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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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 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...
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...