Rewriting Your Genetic Destiny: The Fascinating World of Epigenetics with Bronte, The Gene Hacker
What do your genes tell about you? What is epigenetics and can you reverse it? I have Brontë with me this week to talk about epigenetics and why it’s important for your health. Brontë is the visionary behind The Gene Hacker brand. She is a Functional Registered Dietitian certified in nutrigenomics with a specialization in performance coaching and leadership development. After battling fatigue, insomnia, and anxiety from a high demanding career… Brontë was introduced to the world of Epigenetics which helped connect the dots on how to achieve sustainable top level performance from the inside out. We talk about: 02:30 - My wedding wellness checklist 08:00 - What genes and epigenetics are 12:00 - Using genomic testing for individuals who have mystery illnesses 13:00 - Inheriting epigenetic changes across generations 17:00 - Promoting healthy epigenetic patterns 20:30 - Eating healthy and taking supplements 27:00 - The functional medicine program Bronte is taking 28:30 - What attracted Bronte to functional medicine 31:30 - Epigenetics and women’s health 34:00 - Methylation and your genes 41:00 - Going through your epigenetics report 45:00 - Just because you have those genes doesn’t mean they’re expressing themselves 48:00 - Nutrigenomics becoming more accessible to people Resources: Bronte’s Instagram Bronte’s website Let’s Connect: Instagram Facebook Subscribe to my newsletter Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts Sponsors: Get any BiOptimizers products (including their magnesium, sleep breakthrough powder and Nootopia products) from Bioptimizers and use the code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for 10% off