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The Methylation Myth: What It Really Does (And How to Support It) | Dr. Wallace Brucker


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Today we're diving deep into one of the most talked-about — and most misunderstood — topics in longevity medicine:

Methylation.

Joining us is Dr. Wallace Brucker, a physician working at the intersection of functional medicine, genomics, and anti-aging science.

Most medicine treats symptoms.

This episode explores what's happening at the cellular level — before symptoms ever appear.

We unpack:

  1. What methylation actually is (in simple terms)

  2. The truth about the MTHFR gene — hype vs. reality

  3. How poor methylation may impact inflammation, heart disease risk, hormones, sleep, and energy

  4. Why "test first, then intervene" is critical

  5. The danger of over-supplementing methylated vitamins

  6. The future of predictive medicine, AI, and longevity care

Dr. Brucker explains how genetics, environment, and lifestyle interact — and how understanding your biology may help you compress disease risk and extend healthspan.

This is a masterclass in modern longevity thinking — without needing a medical degree to follow along.

About Our Guest

Dr. Wallace Brucker is a classically trained physician with a background in orthopedic surgery and military medicine. He now specializes in functional medicine and genomics-based longevity care.

Website: LV Longevity Labs

LinkedIn: Wallace Brucker, MD

Instagram: @lvlongevitylab

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