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StrateGene Q&A Webinar

 StrateGene Q&A Webinar from SHEI on Vimeo. Find out if the genetic reporting tool, StrateGene is right for you! #genetics @drbenlynch Key takeaways according to attendees –  Was helpful to learn about folinic acid & methyl folate & what to use each for The high homocysteine levels and pathways well explained! Loved the explanation… View Article

Folic Acid Increases Homocysteine

That’s right. Folic acid increases homocysteine. This goes contrary to what you’ve read or heard your doctor say. You read or hear how awesome folic acid is at: lowering homocysteine supporting women experiencing recurring miscarriages reducing neural tube defects How can I sit here and tell you folic acid increases homocysteine? Well, because it does…. View Article

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Official Biography  Dr. Ben Lynch is the best-selling author of Dirty Genes and President of Seeking Health, a company that helps educate both the public and health professionals on how to overcome genetic dysfunction. He received his doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University. He lives in Seattle, WA with his wife and three sons…. View Article

Does SIBO Affect Histamine Intolerance and DAO?

SIBO is a growing issue. Risk increases with age and approximately 15% of those who are older struggle with SIBO. (source) Why? Antacids Stress Lower stomach acid production Antibiotic overuse and resistance Methylation issues (leading to decreased bile production and bile flow) …. many more … Histamine intolerance is also huge issue. It is unknown… View Article

Genetic Testing Popularity: An Interview

I received this email interview request some time ago. Enjoy it. In short, there is confusion between genetic conditions and genetic polymorphisms. They are vastly different. Here is the interview: Your questions and my responses: How long have I been testing patients for MTHFR? – 2011 was when I first came across it in PubMed…. View Article

23andMe v5 Chip: What You Need to Know

If there is one thing constant in life, it’s change. 23andMe has a new version 5 chip which has the genetic reporting industry all up in arms. Here are some common questions along with answers. Note that 23andMe may change how things are done at any time thereby rendering this entire article irrelevant. Does 23andMe… View Article

Is Parkinson's Genetic? What Causes Parkinson's?

When looking at the research, a very small percentage of those with Parkinson’s disease actually have genes which greatly increase their risk. That statement alone makes you wonder – What causes Parkinson’s? Is Parkinson’s genetic? Yes, for only about 1-2% of cases. As I explain in my book, Dirty Genes, genes are simply responding to… View Article

L-Methylfolate: What, When, Why and How

L-methylfolate is like a round wheel. Folic acid is like a square ‘wheel’. We’ve evolved. It’s time for folic acid to go away. An Evolved Caveman While this is indeed funny, it’s tragic. Folic acid is basically a square wheel to your body. It has to be processed by many different enzymes so your body can… View Article

Frustrated by Genetic Testing? Me Too.

Genetic testing is scary, frustrating, time-sucking and expensive. The first time I ran I got my genetic testing report back, my heart sank. Fear ran down my spine and gave me a sick feeling in my gut which lasted for hours. Ok. Days. When I got my genetic testing report back, I immediately looked for… View Article

SIBO, Genes, and Gut Health

 From gut health to pregnancy, methylation is essential, but this doesn’t mean you should reach for folic acid. Genetic testing can be helpful in identifying methylation support needs, but it should not be solely relied upon to determine supplementation (nor should you supplement with folic acid). Get a fresh perspective on how your liver,… View Article