Epigenetics
The following article contains the essential information about epigenetics and how it works.
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EPIGENETICS
The key to healthy living
The Human Genome project was expected to confirm the existence of over 100,000 individual genes, yet it was discovered
that only 23,000 genes make up the human organism.
This is barely more than a fruit fly and far less than those found in a grain of rice.
This raised the question of what else could be controlling gene expression?
Back in the 1700’s Jean-Baptiste Lamarck proposed that life forms could acquire information from their environment
and incorporate it into the epigenome.
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Subsequently, quantum physics was incorporated into the field of molecular biology by Erwin Schrödinger, which
set the basis for what we now know as epigenetics.
Epigenetics is the interaction between environmental signals and the process of adaptation that living systems use to
survive and flourish.
(GK: epi > on top of, additional to + genea > breed, be born).
Coding DNA
Protein is not directly derived from diet, it needs to be broken down into amino
acids which is achieved through a sequence called coding DNA.
This produces protein by transcribing genes into mRNA and subsequently amino
acids.
These amino acids then re-constitute the genes into the specific proteins needed for overall metabolism.
Coding DNA represents approximately 2% of the genomic expression.
The other 98% is influenced by informational 'signals' received from the environment and is referred to as ‘non-coding DNA.’
Non coding DNA does not produce protein, but can regulate and control gene activity.
These ‘signals’ primarily come from the air we breathe, the food we eat, the water we drink, the sleep we did/did not) get,
the impact of the electromagnetic environment (EM stressors), UV rays, toxic pollutants, chemicals, drugs, medicines and
alcohol.
Any and all of which can set off the release of excess free radicals which can play havoc with the body’s metabolism and
general functions.
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Even the arguments we are having and the 50,000+ thoughts we have per day cause the human body to respond
accordingly.
These thoughts can change the phenotype (physical appearance) without altering the genotype (hereditary
characteristics which make up the genetic organism).
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All of these changes are reflected in our physiology.
n the past some sections of noncoding DNA were assessed to have no apparent biological role or influence and were
therefore referred to as “junk DNA”.
However, it has recently been discovered that this so-called junk also plays an important role in the development of complex
human organisms.
WHY THE HAIR BULB IS AN EPIGENETIC MARKER
Hair belongs to the integumentary system (natural outer covering - skin, hair, nails,
teeth enamel etc) that develops from the ectoderm (outer layer of embryo cells ) and thus it
has the same embryological origin as the nervous system.
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In other words, it shares the same characteristics as neurons when it comes to sensation.
The root/bulb of the hair is the only part of the hair that is alive - meaning it is able to
self-regulate and self-replicate.
It feeds from the blood vessels that bring information and nutrients from the subcutaneous
(under the skin) system through the papilla (root of the hair).
The hair and its bulb are in fact an antenna that is constantly sensing and detecting signals
emanating from the environment.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
The root bulb stores epigenetic resonance by reason of its connection to the arrector pili muscle.
Thus any environmental or nutritional impact is reflected in this cascade of epigenetic information.
As an analogy, a pebble thrown into a pond will cause ripples that radiate out carrying information about the impact.
These small waves are constantly moving, interacting and adapting to all of the other waves in the pond.
The body can be likened to the pond.
The interactions of impacts from the environment, toxic metals, chemicals, poor diet and a host of other influences
(the pebbles) create ripples in the bodily systems which affect general health and wellbeing.
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CELL WELLBEING REPORT
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The hair bulb is an epigenetic marker that can be used to determine the impact of environmental influences on the
general health and wellbeing of an individual.
This is done using a proprietary scanner called the ‘S Drive.’
Four strands of hair are plucked at their roots and scanned using state-of-the-art technology and the data from the scan
is forwarded to a master computer in Germany where it is analysed.
The various environmental influences and how they are affecting the homeostasis of the body are mapped and a report
is generated which provides indications of a wide range of current and potential issues.
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Prevention is better than cure:
As Erasmus famously said "Prevention is better than cure."
The S Drive identifies the condition of 'nutritional stores,’ which are often found to be empty, even when the blood or
tissues show normal levels.
This shows up on the epigenetic scan because it measures ‘signature waves,’ which are carriers of information and
display how the body's systems are being affected long before any symptoms actually manifest.
The 34 page Cell Wellbeing report reflects current, non-optimum pathological conditions plus potential future
environmental and dietary issues, long before they present physically.
The primary environmental impacts are:
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chemicals toxic metals radiation
microwaves mobile phone computer
viruses parasites bacteria
food (diet) water fungus
Mapping:
The various influences are mapped and split into nine different categories.
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These give an overall picture of nutritional imbalances and underlying food stressors (not allergies) which are then
further expanded and explained as shown below:
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Systems
digestive detoxification circulatory
immune cardiovascular endocrine
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hormone digestive adrenal
Microbiology
protein synthesis fatty acids sugar EMF
musculo-skeletal liquid (water) sleep brain
microbial balance amino acids oxidative stress
energy production vitamins minerals
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Ranking:
The epigenetic mapping and indexing program generates charts containing nutritional and environmental influence
and ranks the intensities of how they are currently affecting homeostasis.
The following categories are ranked according to their overall status within the group
Environment
Diet / food intolerances / additives
Toxins chemicals, radiation, toxic metals
EMF & ELF 14 major categories
Bacteria parasites, virus
Fungus moulds, spores
Systems
Gut intestinal stressors
Circulatory nutrients and oxygen
Muscle recovery stressors
Microbiology
Fatty acids 6 groups
Antioxidant 13 groups
Amino Acids 2 groups
Vitamins 16 most common
Minerals 16 most common
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The aggregated scores present a picture of which items are having the highest impact and therefore need the most
attention, based on the following classifications:
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Priority:
The first and most important categories needing attention are marked 'priority.’
Advisory:
The secondary category is less urgent, but also requires prompt attention, it ismarked 'advisory'.
Consider:
The third category is marked as ‘consider’ – these do not need any immediate attention but should be kept under
observation for future reference.
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Categories not highlighted require no attention (at the time of the scan).
Conclusion:
The summary page of the Cell Wellbeing report provides a suggested plan in one easy-to-read table, listed in priority
order with suggested actions for optimum physical wellbeing.
A plan is prepared which includes a tailor-made diet, any needed nutritional supplements and exercise regimes and an
indication of pre-emptive measures against future deficiences, premature ageing or other potential weaknesses.
The end goal of the report is to optimise wellbeing and physical performance.
PUT YOURSELF IN CONTROL OF YOUR FUTURE WELLBEING.
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