EP269: Jaclyn Downs - What to Look For and Look Out For With Genetic Testing

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Genetic testing has become a powerful tool for unlocking the secrets of our DNA. But with so many companies offering these services, it can be a dizzying task to navigate the options and find the right fit. Jaclyn Downs, a functional nutrigenomics consultant, is here to shed some light on what to look for (and look out for) when choosing a genetic testing provider. She discusses the importance of comprehensive gene analysis, the limitations of many genetic testing companies, and how to find the right provider to unlock the power of genetic testing.

In this episode, they talk about:

• Functional nutrigenomics and how it examines the interplay between nutrition, genes, and health

• How nutrigenomics is connected to epigenetics and the impact of environmental factors on gene expression

• How health coaches can utilize nutrigenomics in their businesses

• The things to look out for when choosing genetic testing and interpretation companies

• The role of Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) in methylation and detoxification pathways

• Examples of genetic variations that can impact detoxification and inflammation and how these can be addressed through functional medicine and nutrigenomics

• The impact of inflammation on epigenetic DNA and the lifestyle changes that can mitigate it

• Jaclyn’s services, mini-course, and genetic interpretation packages

Memorable Quotes

“Genetic testing is the single best investment that you can make in your health moving forward in your health and longevity. Because you’ll know where your weaknesses are, you’ll know what supplements might work better than others.”

“Knowing your genetic blueprint can really move past roadblocks and take out the guesswork.”

BIO:

Jaclyn Downs, MS, CHC, CD, is the author of the academically published book Enhancing Fertility Through Functional Medicine: Using Nutrigenomics to Solve ‘Unexplained’ Infertility (Routledge/Taylor & Francis, 2023). Jaclyn is a Functional Nutrigenomics Consultant that helps practitioners and clients move past puzzling roadblocks, identify and address root cause issues, and individualize protocols through the use of genomic interpretation, functional lab testing, and a meticulous intake consultation.

Mentioned In This Episode:

The "Big 3" Most Impactful Genes free cheat sheet: https://jaclyn-downs.mykajabi.com/

Jaclyn’s book Enhancing Fertility through Functional Medicine: Using Nutrigenomics to Solve 'Unexplained' Infertility

Jaclyn’s $27 mini course "Introduction to Nutrigenomics and Functional Genomic Analysis: https://jaclyn-downs.mykajabi.com/offers/S4GDLYom/checkout

Jaclyn’s genetic interpretation packages: https://jaclyn-downs.mykajabi.com/genetic testing interpretation

Affiliate program for practitioners to offer genomic interpretations: https://jaclyn-downs.mykajabi.com/practitioner-affiliate-marketing-and-onboarding-0a70b3ae-4e9e-4b2a-be41-909ad9e50bc5

Schedule a consultation with Jaclyn: https://calendly.com/jaclyndowns

Links to resources:

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