In this episode, Jeff dives into epigenetics, the study of how genes express themselves in relation to behavior and environment. The good news: You are not a fixed genetic entity with a sealed fate but rather a fluctuating process changing in relation to your “exposome.”

In this episode we cover:

00:00:45: Defining epigenetics
00:02:00: The study of genes
00:03:41: The Human Genome Project
00:09:40: The nature of our genes
00:11:20: Lifestyle factors
00:13:00: Morphology
00:16:47: DNA Methylation
00:18:00: Health and longevity
00:22:22: Epi-nutrition
00:28:00: Why do giraffes have long necks?
00:32:46: Transgenerational Trauma

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At Commune we explore the ideas and practices that help us live healthy, connected, purpose-filled lives. Each week host Jeff Krasno speaks with teachers, spiritual leaders, doctors, and storytellers on topics related to personal and societal well-being — from nutrition and integrative medicine to spirituality and personal growth to environmental regeneration and civic engagement. Commune is also an online course platform with more than 125 full-length video courses with top teachers such as Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, Dr. Mark Hyman, Adriene Mishler, and many others.

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