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DNA methylation is a key epigenome component that helps dictate how genes are expressed, contributing to normal cell and tissue differentiation during development, as well as the process of biological aging. However, aberrant DNA methylation is involved in many different diseases, including cancer, neurological disorders, and autoimmune disease. In this article, explore what DNA methylation is and how it affects gene expression, techniques for DNA methylation sequencing, and the effect of DNA methylation on human health.DNA methylation controls gene expression without altering the underlying DNA sequence.iStock, agsandrewWhat Is DNA Methylation?DNA methylation is a type of epigenetic DNA modification that affects…

A nutritious black bean and rice bowl with leftovers and pantry staples is a favorite Friday meal.Preparing the ingredients is quick and easy, allowing dinner to be on the table within 45 minutes.I like adding chopped avocado, onions and a drizzle of lime juice for extra flavor. I love to cook, but sometimes answering the question of what’s for dinner can be stressful—especially during the week, when deadlines and other commitments take priority. And when I’m hungry at the end of the day and don’t have a dinner plan in place, that’s when I’ll raid the fridge for random ingredients…

Your doctor will recommend fertility preservation options depending on your gender, age, and reason for wanting to preserve your fertility.Egg FreezingSome women choose to freeze their eggs, also called egg cryopreservation, to delay having children or when a disease has damaged their ovaries. Walter says this process is similar to in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment for infertility. It starts with taking hormone medications that stimulate the ovaries to grow and produce several eggs (this is called ovarian stimulation). Once the eggs have matured, the doctor removes them during an outpatient procedure. The eggs are stored in liquid nitrogen tanks until…

In one of my favorite parenting books, Hunt Gather Parent, author Michaeleen Doucleff, Ph.D., states, “What if we think of (children) as illogical, newbie citizens trying to figure out the proper behavior? What if we assume their motivations are kind and good, and it’s just that their execution needs some improvement?”

There’s nothing better than walking out of a workout and feeling like you crushed it. Maybe you grabbed heavier weights for squats this time, had extra gas in the tank during an EMOM circuit, or loaded up the resistance on your bike during spin class. Ok, these are all accomplishments that make me feel great about a workout. 

Perhaps you know Hall of Famer Troy Aikman for his days as the Dallas Cowboys quarterback, or even the years he spent playing at UCLA. But as the NFL broadcaster tells mindbodygreen he feels healthier than ever in his 50s. “It’s not just because of my physical health, because I’ve always been physically in shape; it’s really more my mental health and wellness—and being aware about what I put into my body,” Aikman tells mbg.

Comedian Ross Mathews shares his recipe for veggie-packed lasagna that starts with spaghetti squash.The Drew Barrymore Show co-host also uses ground turkey instead of beef in his recipe.Mathews says recipes like this lasagna-inspired squash have helped him lose 60 pounds. If there’s one thing we know about The Drew Barrymore Show, it’s that we’re always going to be *fed* with delicious dishes from celebrity chef Valerie Bertinelli and co-host Ross Mathews. In a recent segment sharing his “Rossipes,” Mathews dives into the recipes and healthy swaps that he has made to help him lose 60 pounds.  “Here’s the deal: I…

According to a government press release issued this week, around 100,000 children in the UK consume at least one high-caffeine energy drink every day, defined as containing more than 150 mg of caffeine per liter. The release cited growing evidence linking these drinks to harmful effects on children, including disrupted sleep, increased anxiety, poor concentration and reduced educational outcomes.New research conducted in Germany suggests that it is not just the drinks themselves but that associated lifestyle factors may be detrimental for long-term cardiovascular health.“Although the present study revealed no concerning results with regard to a variety of cardiological parameters, EDs…

Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition characterized by a potential breadth of both manic and depressive symptoms, such as a euphoric mood and decreased need for sleep, shifting to loss of interest in activities, difficulty concentrating, and feeling hopeless.e60dc2a1-f33c-4a05-9b50-8e3e8e5976298aac7eb0-3028-41cd-a5a0-45af42a74d0c It can be challenging to detect when these changes, known as mood episodes, are happening, but for some with bipolar, differences in their eyes may be a telltale sign. This effect, known colloquially as “bipolar eyes,” doesn’t happen to everyone and isn’t considered a hallmark symptom of the condition. However, it may be noticeable during a manic episode for…

The gut has been called the body’s second brain, a place where bacteria number in the trillions and play a role in everything from digestion to mood. Gencor believes it may have found a way to change how that brain behaves without altering what lives there. The company has released new data on Levagen+, its patented form of palmitoylethanolamide (PEA), suggesting the ingredient can influence gut microbial activity, reduce intestinal inflammation, and even lower triglycerides.“Healthy weight management remains a top priority for consumers, and dietary supplements are often sought before drug interventions,” says Ramasamy Venkatesh, managing director of Gencor Pacific.…