Fix Your Genes: Using Nutrigenomics and SNP's To Optimize Your Brain w. Dr. Penny Kendall Reed

We're talking all about genes and nutrigenomics with genetics expert Dr. Penny Kendall-Reed. Dr. Penny is an award-winning naturopath who travels worldwide lecturing on the following topics: genetics- how to interpret and treat single nucleotide polymorphisms, neuroendocrine disorders, and metabolic-related diseases and is the creator of an integrated genetic platform GeneRx.ca. She has also authored a number of books including the soon-to-be-released book, "Fix Your Genes To Fit Your Jeans" which is all about using genes to find your best diet. In this episode we discuss: Why certain genes turn on and off How to turn genes on and off How genes affect people w. the same experiences have different reactions How stress alters gene expression How genetic alteration is passed down to generations Genes tell you what nootropic or antidepressant you respond best to The problem with experiencing too much dopamine or serotonin  Genetics 101 including the protein recipes for SNPs The genes that create “dopamine junkies” and more risky behaviors The gut bacteria dictates our neurotransmitter production How methylation works and influences genes.  Balancing over vs under-methylation How methylation affects arsenic and Homocysteine in the body The function of the HPA Axis and genes to slow down the stress response Rhodiola Rosea's interaction with COMT genes HIIT Training for dopamine Boosting dopamine through learning new things BDNF production and genes associated with neural growth factor The problem with circumin  ++ So Much More   Be sure to check out Penny's genetic algorithm reader: GeneRx.ca   Full show notes are available at HolisticNootropics.com/Penny   Follow Erik on Instagram at @holisticahole   To learn more about using supplements, diet, and lifestyle to hack your brain for peak performance check out holistic nootropics.com