From eNewsletter 1/17/2022
DID YOU KNOW that new research has shed light on three lifestyle choices that will help lower depression? Physical activity does the brain good. For example, a study in Frontiers in Psychiatry found that physical activity not only reduces depressive symptoms, but also increases the brain's ability to change, which is necessary for adaptation and learning processes. A study from JAMA Psychiatry concluded that gut microbiota perturbations were associated with depletion of certain anti-inflammatory probiotic bacteria and an enrichment of pro-inflammatory bacteria in patients with depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and anxiety. Thus, a targeted probiotic based upon individual needs can be very helpful for depression. A new study in Human Molecular Genetics indicates that higher body mass index (BMI) causes depression. Thus, implementing positive lifestyle changes, starting with adhering to your optimal dietary choices and portions, will not only help lower body mass, but help improve your mood.
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Our Habits Affect Our Genetic Expression
In a recent paper from British Journal of Nutrition, the authors review four recent advances in the field of personalized nutrition that can lead to an improved understanding of individual health: (1) the influence of epigenetic changes and gene expression on cognitive function in early life, (2) the association genotype (our DNA sequence) with nutrient status and corresponding metabolic responses in the context of obesity, (3) the relationship of gut microbial composition with the efficacy of dietary interventions for body weight management and (4) advanced technologies such as deep learning to improve the accuracy of dietary intake measurements. Specifically related to number (1), epigenetics and gene expression, it is critical to know your nutrigenomic needs prior to conception so potential malabsorption of vitamins B12, B6, B2, and folate can be addressed. Then, the baby's nutrigenomic needs must be assessed in early life to assure B-vitamins are being absorbed properly. By examining these sources of inter-individual variability, and considering their possible interactions, we can better understand the nuances of individualized guidance and better define future research approaches to advance both personal and public health. Moreover, a new study from Nutrients fervently asks public health leaders and food manufacturers to understand the inextricable interaction between diet components and human genome structure and gene activity. Taking this modern approach will allow better individualized dietary guidances, which can help maintain good health. As indicated in this month's American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, not only will improving diet have the most benefits in lowering biological age among women, higher diet quality is associated with slower epigenetic age acceleration for all, which partially explains the beneficial effect of diet quality on lifespan. The findings emphasize that adopting a healthy diet is crucial for maintaining healthy aging. Of course, we provide, and have provided for years, personalized nutrigenomic and lifestyle-genomic analysis.
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