Chapter
The Importance of Methylation and Epigenetics in Health
45:13 - 49:04 (03:50)
A discussion on the role of methylation and the SAM cycle in creating methyl groups for epigenetic marks which can impact gene expression and overall health.
Clips
Dr. Rhonda Patrick discusses the correct pronunciation of the term "autophagy" and explains how it works to destroy dysfunctional organs in the body.
45:13 - 46:03 (00:49)
Autophagy
Summary
Dr. Rhonda Patrick discusses the correct pronunciation of the term "autophagy" and explains how it works to destroy dysfunctional organs in the body.
ChapterThe Importance of Methylation and Epigenetics in Health
EpisodeEp. 12: Dr. Rhonda Patrick on Life Extension, Performance, and More
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Poor methylators may not have enough methyl precursors to support different enzymes to add them to gene regions, making it challenging for them to turn genes on and off.
46:03 - 49:04 (03:00)
Methylation
Summary
Poor methylators may not have enough methyl precursors to support different enzymes to add them to gene regions, making it challenging for them to turn genes on and off. This could lead to various health issues that can arise from the genes' incorrect expression.