Paul Saladino MD podcast What the MTHFR? The methylation episode with Dr. Ben Lynch.
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Jun 25, 2019 
Dr. Ben Lynch, the best-selling author of 'Dirty Genes' and a leader in nutrigenomics, joins to discuss the essential role of methylation in health. He explains how the MTHFR gene impacts well-being and the importance of tailored nutrition, especially for those with genetic variations. The conversation touches on surprising foods, the significance of phosphatidylcholine for gallbladder health, and an innovative genetic test that goes beyond conventional methods. Ben's insights illuminate how genetics can guide personal health strategies.
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Genes Are Tools In Your Body's Toolbox
- Ben Lynch likens genes to tools in a toolbox that perform specific jobs in the body.
- A weaker or 'rusted' gene reduces function but can be compensated for with proper inputs.
Genes Can Be Born Dirty Or Get Dirty
- Genes can be 'dirty' at birth (SNPs) or become dirty from environment and lifestyle.
- Cleaning environmental and nutritional 'gunk' can restore gene function without changing DNA.
Methylation Is The Gene Switchboard
- Methylation sticks methyl groups onto DNA to turn genes on or off.
- Methyl groups also enable reactions like creatine synthesis and neurotransmitter regulation.
