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The Future of Medicine
By Moni Lustig,
President & Chief Executive Officer
Not too long ago, if you told me that genetic testing was “the future of personalized medicine”, would I have believed you? Likely not.
However, after 5 and a half years since founding DNALabs, and while being involved in ongoing research, updates, and expansions of our product lines while we continue to proudly serve our customers in both Canada and the United States, I really do believe that we are indeed the future of personalized medicine!
So why the future of personalized medicine?
From the day I founded DNALabs, up until today, as I meet with healthcare professionals, and academic researchers, people continue to tell us that DNALabs is where the future is.
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Exercise Motivation
By Amanda Kauffman and Aaron Goldman, Chief Science Officer
Whether it’s a New Year’s resolution to be more healthy, or the imminence of summer and the desire to get that beach body, the motivation to work out and eat clean is often at its highest during these times. However, no matter how inspired you may feel, for many, the act of actually bringing yourself to exercise and change your eating habits can be daunting, and most people end up getting off track with their fitness plans after just two weeks! Beyond the lack of immediate physical change, the inability to follow through with one’s fitness goals can lead to significant levels of frustration, self-loathing and can even impact our mental health. Although one can take control of their exercise to some extent, certain genes also play a role in affecting an individual’s ability to successfully carry out a fitness plan – some people get more pleasure following exercise and perceive exercise as requiring less effort. In this brief column, we’ll describe two genes that influence this natural inclination to want to exercise.
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Screening for endometriosis with genetic testing – a novel approach to early treatment
By Dr. Robyn Murphy, ND
Scientific Advisory Board Member
Approximately 6–10% of women of reproductive age suffer from endometriosis. Unfortunately, there is up to a 10-year delay in diagnosis, leading to a lack of treatment, progression of the condition and decrease in quality of life. Common symptoms include pelvic pain, heavy menstrual flow, dysmenorrhea, fatigue, and infertility. For women trying to conceive, delay in treatment can delay time to conception and may lead to the need for assisted reproductive techniques (ART). Early diagnosis and treatment are therefore key for this population. Currently, the gold standard for diagnosis is laparoscopic surgery, which can be both diagnostic and a treatment. This procedure is invasive and may not be the best approach for early diagnosis. Genetic testing provides an option for identifying candidates early.
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Food is Fuel
By Elana Lustig,
Director of Marketing
Happy March!
As someone who is heavily invested in my own health, I am equally as passionate about helping others optimize their health and well-being as well. With our offices located in both Downtown Toronto, and Boca Raton, Florida, there is a strong health-conscious market out there. While we have to be responsible for ourselves, and our own health, at DNALabs our mission is simple…Good Health belongs to EVERYONE… and our tests are actionable, simple, personalized and EASY to use!
This month is National Nutrition Month! Food is fuel and every time you eat or drink you are either feeding disease or fighting it. National Nutrition Month stresses the importance of a balanced diet, healthy food and eating choices and exercise. It goes without saying that exercise is good for you, but it is important to find the exercise regimen best suited for your unique genetic makeup. However, “fitness is only 20% exercise…” the other 80% is nutrition. We all want to eat healthier, but the world of nutrition is confusing – with so many diet trends and fads coming and going, it can be difficult to know which approach is best for you. Keto, Low Fat, Low Carb, Paleo, Intermittent Fasting…optimal nutrition is not one-size-fits-all, as it does not provide for nutritional needs that vary by age, gender, genetic background and other factors. An individually tailored diet that strikes your delicate balance is key to optimizing your body's functionality and overall health. More importantly, knowing your genetic risk of certain diseases as a result of your dietary choices may help you become more aware of the food choices that you are making, as well as help you to alter your diet and routines accordingly.
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By Michael S. Kerzner,
Chairman of the Board & Chief Strategist
After twenty-four months of navigating unprecedented economic turbulence, our company is continuing unbated and moving forward in its plan of capitalizing on an improving economy, improving weather as spring is fast approaching, and a focus on understanding why now is the best time to make an investment in ourselves – and in our own health!
Many public policies supported us through the worst of the pandemic, enabling our company to be a leader in expanding our product line with a focus on the individual and how learning more about oneself can be transformational. Our company has continued to expand its list of strategic partners proving that we have a solid footing to rapidly grow our business in 2022 and beyond. Economic resilience in both the US and Canada continues, and as business grows because of the recovery we will grow as well.
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FeedMyGenes featured recipe by Jill Hillhouse
Roasted Black Cod with Warm Tomato Vinaigrette on Seared Rapini and Rice
Makes 4 servings
4, 6 oz pieces skinless black cod
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
paprika
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped
4 tsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
2 Tbsp slivered pitted drained Kalamata olives
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
2 Tbsp minced fresh basil
1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
1 large bunch rapini, rough ends trimmed, and larger stalks peeled (about 6 cups)
1/3 cup water
1 cup basmati rice
Preheat oven to 400F.
Make rice according to package instructions. Set aside but keep warm.
Place fish on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, paprika, and thyme. Roast in preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, heat 2 tsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring, for 3-4 minutes or until tomatoes are starting to shrivel. Add olives, vinegar and basil. Cook, stirring for an additional 1-2 minutes or until olives are heated through. Set aside.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until golden, about 1-2 minutes. Add rapini and water, bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 5 minutes or until rapini is tender. Increase heat to medium and sauté, uncovered, until any remaining water evaporates. Season with salt and pepper.
Divide rice between plates and top with equal amounts of rapini. Place fish on top of rapini and spoon tomato mixture over fish.
Enjoy!
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MatchMyMeds™ by DNALabs is focused on delivering the best of pharmacogenomics science to the everyday healthcare consumer. This DNA testing tool is your first step to personalized medicine. It informs the right dose and it’s just right for you. It’s precision medicine with your name on it.
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LoveMyHealth™ by DNALabs is designed to provide insights into the key factors of your health and well-being based on your genomic profile. It empowers you to improve your health and well-being by providing actionable nutrition, exercise and lifestyle recommendations personalized to your unique genetic makeup.
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