Physical WEllness
GENETICS
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Genetics shape how your body functions — from how you metabolize food and detoxify to your risk factors for certain illnesses. But contrary to popular belief, genes aren’t fixed instructions — they’re influenced by environment, stress, trauma, and lifestyle.
This concept is called epigenetics — the science of how our daily lives “switch on” or “turn down” certain genes.
WHY IT MATTERS
When you’re stuck in survival mode, your body may:
Knowing your genetic tendencies helps you work with your body, not against it.
You might:
Have a genetic variant that makes it harder to detox (like MTHFR)
Metabolize caffeine, sugar, or alcohol differently
Be more sensitive to certain medications
Carry ancestral trauma or stress responses
This doesn’t mean you’re broken — it means you get to create a more personalized path to wellness that considers your unique makeup.
Holistic Considerations
In holistic health, we don’t just ask:
“What disease runs in your family?”
We ask:
“What patterns, strengths, and sensitivities show up in your body — and how can we support them?”
We use this information as a guide, not a sentence.
Supportive Tools & Practices
Gentle ways to support your genetic uniqueness:
Consider testing like 23andMe or StrateGene (with guidance)
Eat nutrient-dense foods that support methylation, detoxification, and energy (like leafy greens, B12, magnesium, choline)
Reduce toxic exposures to support vulnerable detox pathways
Practice nervous system regulation — genetics can influence how your body handles stress
Key insight: Even if you carry a risk, you still have power. Lifestyle + environment + mindset = your unique outcome.
🔬 Mini Deep-Dives
🧪 MTHFR & Detox
One of the most talked-about gene variants is MTHFR — it can reduce your body’s ability to process folate and detox properly, which may increase sensitivity to mold, medications, and stress.
→ Related: [Detoxification Page], [Environment & Mold Exposure]
🌿 Nature vs. Nurture — It's Both
Your family history matters — but so do your experiences, choices, and healing. Genetic “weaknesses” are just opportunities for targeted support.
→ Coming Soon: “Using Epigenetics to Create a Wellness Plan”
Explore More
Coming soon: DNA-informed wellness PDF
Instagram Reel idea: “Why you’re not broken — it’s just your genes”
Blog idea: “What is MTHFR and why does it matter?”
Products: B-complex vitamins, magnesium, clean water filters, toxin-free cleaners