by Allison McKeany | Sep 3, 2022 | Alzheimer’s and Diet, GenoRisk™ Alzheimer's, Nutrition
Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s disease is the most prevalent form of dementia, affecting approximately 6.7 million Americans aged 65 and above as of 2023. With the continual increase in the population of those aged 65 and above, this number...
by Allison McKeany | Aug 20, 2022 | Athletic Performance, Fitness, Genetics, myGenoFit™
Many factors play a role in the risk of injury, including physical activity or sport of choice, body mechanics, and body weight. In recent years, it has also become apparent that genetics plays a role in the risk of many types of injuries, including ankle injuries....
by Allison McKeany | Oct 8, 2021 | Cognitive Health, Fitness
Participating in regular physical activity is good for your body as well as your mind. In fact, regular exercise is associated with improved cognitive function. Furthermore, exercise can improve mood and sleep and reduce stress and anxiety. There are three primary...
by Allison McKeany | Sep 23, 2021 | GenoRisk™ Alzheimer's, Information, Nutrition
Intermittent fasting has gained popularity in the media in recent years, touting multiple benefits from improved metabolism and weight loss to decreased risk of many diseases. The good news is that the science behind intermittent fasting supports many of these claims....
by Allison McKeany | Aug 27, 2021 | myGenoFit™, Nutrition
What is the link between obesity and genetics? In 2007, the FTO gene was discovered to be related to obesity susceptibility and is the most important genetic contributor to obesity. The FTO gene is highly expressed in the hypothalamus, a region in the brain involved...
