Genetics and Health: How Epigenetics Shapes Your Wellbeing with Dr. Sam Shay
03:34: Weight linked to upstream issues.
06:25: Epigenetics impact gene expression.
07:35: Genes categorized: green, yellow, red.
28:03: Alcohol affects genetic detox ability.
Dr. Rob is joined by Dr. Sam Shay, a functional medicine practitioner, who discusses the role of genetics in weight management, explaining that excess weight is often a symptom of deeper health issues rather than the primary problem.
He categorizes weight gain into three main types—inflammatory, hormonal, and caloric—each influenced by specific genetic factors such as inflammation genes, vitamin D receptor variations, and detoxification capabilities. Through lifestyle changes, known as epigenetics, people can manage the expression of these genes to improve health outcomes, although genetic predispositions cannot be entirely altered.
Dr. Shay shares practical examples from his practice, highlighting how personalized lifestyle adjustments can help clients overcome genetic sensitivities and achieve better health.
For over 20 years, Dr. Sam devoted his life to health and science, learning how to heal himself by cross-training across multiple health disciplines and functional medicine, now using the same principles with his online clients.
His health journey began as a boy, learning to overcome a decade-plus of a severe insomnia, gut problems, an inflammatory diet, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and two addictions (video games and sugar).
Dr. Sam dedicated his life to alleviate physical, biochemical, and emotional suffering and help others reach the highest human potential and creativity. He earned a Doctorate in Chiropractic, as well as, degrees and certifications in acupuncture, functional neurology, genetics analysis, and functional medicine.
Dr. Sam uses advanced functional lab testing and integrative health coaching to help you achieve your health, wellness, longevity, and high performance goals.