Even after dedicating three posts on this Website and two Genetic Jackpot podcast episodes to weight loss, I still have a little bit more I’d like to say about the topic. You can listen to the two podcast episodes below: To recap: Since June of 2012, I have lost a net 310 pounds. I did…
Researchers at the University of Colorado in Boulder have developed a genetic disruption strategy that stops the evolution of a “superbug.” Superbugs, those pathogens that are resistant to drugs, infect nearly 2 million people annually in the United States – killing 23,000, according to the Centers for Disease Control. “In an effort to develop a…
As we’ve touched on with multiple podcasts, genes have been blamed (and credited) for litany of issues, most notable diseases and weight loss. A new study indicates that something else can be linked to genes: Smoking pot. Using data from 180,000 people, researchers wee able to determine there are at least 35 different genes that…
Could nightmares be controlled or even eliminated? New research indicates that it could at least be possible following the discovering of two genes that are responsive for nightmares and dreams. Scientists in Japan, in a new study, identified a pair of genes that can regulate rapid eye movement and non-REMP sleep an animal experienced. The…
Read more I Dream of Gene-ie: Scientists discover genes that can control deep sleep
In one of the most popular episodes of our Genetic Jackpot Podcast, Shannon spoke to Emily Brown of Genetic Garden about how your genetics can impact your diet and overall health. First, I would recommend listening to it and consider it. It’s a good interview and it’s a subject that’s worth exploring for a…
Read more Genetics are not the reason, but an excuse: My 300-pound weight loss story
Data breaches are all too common today, ranging from retails to credit companies. In June, we learned that MyHeritage had a data breach that impacted 92 million users. How serious was the database breach and how can you fight back and prevent the damage? In this episode, we talk to Burton Kelso, a cyber-security and…
Read more Episode 10: How secure is your genetic information online?
How important are your genes when it comes to fitting in your jeans? In this week’s episode of Genetic Jackpot, we explore how genes can impact obesity and the food you like. We speak to Emily Brown of Genetic Garden about how your genes, diet and overall health can be connected. We also have a…
Read more Episode 9: Exploring the link between weight loss, diet and genetics
