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Genetics: testing, therapy, editing, association with disease risk, autism, and more

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How nutrition impacts longevity

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The neuroscience of obesity

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Are there “biomarkers” for aging?

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How useful are home DNA kits?

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What to ask when gathering a family medical history

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Exercise, squats, deadlifts, BFR, and TRT

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