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The DNA-Based Diet That Uses Epigenetics to Personalize Your Health (Dr. Matt Dawson) | Ep 259


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Could your DNA determine how effectively you process carbs or fats? Are you overemphasizing the role of genetics in your health journey? How does epigenetics empower you to shape your health destiny?

Philip (@witsandweights) examines the fascinating intersection of genetics, epigenetics, and personalized medicine with Dr. Matt Dawson, physician, entrepreneur, and CEO of Wild Health. They uncover how genes influence health outcomes and the extent to which lifestyle decisions can rewrite the script of DNA. Dr. Dawson explains how Wild Health integrates cutting-edge AI, genomic insights, and precision medicine to optimize performance, longevity, and overall wellness.

Dr. Matt Dawson is the co-founder and CEO of Wild Health, a precision medicine company revolutionizing how we approach health by combining genetic insights, blood markers, and lifestyle factors. A trailblazer in genomics-based care, he has trained thousands of doctors worldwide and is dedicated to helping individuals maximize their health potential.

Today, you’ll learn all about:

2:15 Impact of lifestyle vs. genetics on health outcomes
4:06 The science behind actionable genetic insights
6:31 Personalizing diet and fitness through genetic testing
10:47 How genetic variations influence athletic performance.
15:35 The influence of genomics on health and lifestyle
18:29 Epigenetics: Unique health paths
21:19 Reversing diabetes with personalized medicine and health optimization
26:29 Leveraging AI for health insights and prevention
31:54 The future of precision medicine with large language models
37:50 Why strong relationships are the ultimate longevity hack
39:36 Outro

Episode resources:

  • Wild Health Podcast
  • Website: wildhealth.com 
  • Instagram: @wildhealthmd 
  • LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/wildhealth

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