The APOE 4/4 genotype (often referred to in literature as “APOE homozygotes” or APOE -/-) carry a significantly increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease and cardiovascular disease. By understanding the deeper science of the APOE gene, it may be possible to procure treatment protocols and support the body where it may be lacking. Functions of the
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Preeclampsia in pregnancy is defined by systolic blood pressure levels greater than 140 or diastolic pressure greater than 90. In addition to elevations in blood pressure, other common clinical findings of preeclampsia may include: proteinuria (elevated urinary protein), elevated liver enzymes, edema (fluid retention), headaches and visual disturbances. Preeclampsia can cause several pregnancy complications, including
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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, referred to as EDS, is a congenital connective tissue disorder that often presents with numerous complications. EDS is diagnosed as a genetic condition that affects different types of collagen, and connective tissue constituents. Joint hypermobility is a common characteristic finding of most forms of EDS. Aberrant and deficient connective tissue can lead to
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The use of iron for anemia may be the wrong approach and even dangerous in some instances. During inflammation and immunological signaling, the body’s utilization of iron can be shifted from constructive processes to destructive. In cases where anemia is caused by the acute phase and inflammation, the objective should be the restoration of the
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In a 1992 patent by Emanuel Revici, MD, heptanoic acid is referenced as a viable treatment for AIDS (1). Accordingly, 3 odd-carbon fatty acids are discussed, pentanoic (C-5), heptanoic (C-7), and nonanoic (C-9). According to this patent, Revici claims that these 3-odd carbon fatty acids (especially heptanoic) “exhibit not only anti-HIV virus effects, but also
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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a rheumatic autoimmune disease. Heal your body. Learn the best tests, genetic information, natural treatments, lifestyle factors and supplements. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus or SLE is a potentially life threatening, rheumatic autoimmune disease. This article serves as a resource for individuals who would like to understand the most important testing, genetic
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This article was originally published by Holistic Primary Care, Volume 22 No.4; November, 2021. The Holistic Primary Care published article can be viewed at this link. Our ability to link specific genetic features with particular diseases is among molecular biology’s greatest achievements. But there’s a downside to that scientific triumph: it has oversimplified the picture
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Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune thyroid condition, defined by elevated and sustained levels of TPO and/or TGB antibodies. There is often a concomitant rise in TSH values, and T4 and T3 values may or may not be low. The condition may also feature atrophy or inflammation-induced damage to thyroid tissue. Recently a number of studies
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The concept of Evolutionary Mismatches was first expounded on by Ernst Mayr in the 1940’s. That is, certain inherited traits that were once advantageous have become maladaptive in a different or changed environment. The concept of Evolutionary Mismatch is central to understanding the genetic involvement with the rising tide of complex, chronic disease in the
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There’s a fine balance between treatment and non-treatment. Philosophically I verge more on the side of conservative and “less is more treatment” for many reasons. My current philosophy in these regards is based upon the potential adverse effects of pharmaceuticals, and of the assault I believe many drugs have on memory-based physiological processes, also known
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