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“Scientific evidence indicates that roughly one-third to one-half of the risk for developing depression is due to genetic influences. A new study suggests that physical activity may reduce the risk of developing depression, even among people who are genetically predisposed to the condition.”

“Nevertheless, the results add to the growing evidence that gene therapies may be a promising way to treat a range of genetic diseases. In episode #77, Dr. George Church discusses revolutionary technologies in the field of genetic engineering.”

“> The study team pointed out that there are numerous advantages to having a friend with a genetic resemblance, such as having the same instincts or abilities for a particular situation. "“The first mutant to speak needed someone else to speak to,” Fowler said.”

“Interestingly, the lowering of circulating insulin through gene manipulation had a more profound effect on median lifespan in female mice fed the low-calorie/high-carb/low-fat diet (11% extension) versus the high-calorie/low-carb/high-fat diet (3% extension).”

“He further explains that this individualized preventive medicine is critical because of the wide variety of genetic make-ups in our society. Your genetic make-up affects the metabolism of nutrients and certain people may need to consume more to compensate for their genetics.”

“A new study finds that genetic reprogramming in old mice can restore youthful gene activity patterns, reverse the DNA methylation aging clock, and restore the function and regenerative capacity of the aging retina.”

“39 percent with high-moderate light exposure. 53 percent with high light exposure. The increased risk associated with night light exposure was comparable to the difference between people with low and moderate genetic risk for diabetes.”

“What we eat and drink can profoundly affect our disease risk as we age. A recent study found that consuming just 1.5 teaspoons of olive oil daily can reduce the risk of death from dementia by 28%, even among APOE4 carriers, a potent genetic risk factor for dementia.”

“Clearing away senescent cells in the brain using senolytic drugs prevented brain degeneration in mice genetically prone to it. The diseased animals were able to form memories, eliminated signs of inflammation, and did not develop tangles in the brain.”

“Some evidence suggests that BDNF mediates the response to exposure therapy, which can vary among people. A 2013 study demonstrated that genetic differences in BDNF expression influences how well a person responds to exposure therapy.”