SEASON 1, EPISODE #38
Dr. Bubbs interviews epigenetics expert Dr. Ben Lynch, who dives into the emerging field of epigenetics, outlining how the environment impacts how your genes are expressed. Dr. Ben discusses the MTHFR gene, responsible for producing the rate-limiting enzyme in the folate pathway, and the implications on your health and performance. He shares insights on methylation and its role in optimal heath, as well as highlighting the dangers of excess folic acid, efficacy of different types of supplemental folate, and most importantly how to make sense of genetic tests.
About Dr. Ben Lynch
Dr. Ben Lynch received his degree in Cell and Molecular Biology, from the University of Washington and his doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (ND) from Bastyr University. His passion for identifying the cause of disease directed him towards nutrigenomics and methylation dysfunction. Currently, he researches, writes and presents worldwide on the topic of MTHFR, methylation defects and genetic control and is the author of the new book Dirty Genes. Dr. Lynch is also founded and directs www.seekinghealth.org, an educational institute providing specialized training for both health professionals and consumers. Follow Dr. Ben Lynch on Twitter.