Gut-Immune System (Microbiota)

Genes are not our destiny. Epigenetics is the study of heritable changes in gene expression and cellular phenotype that do not involve alterations in the underlying DNA sequence. It encompasses a complex interplay between genetic factors and environmental influences, including DNA methylation, histone modifications, non-coding RNA molecules, and chromatin remodeling. This module was created by renowned researcher and Stanford teacher, Lucia Aronica, Ph.D. and clinically rendered by Dr. Scot Sherr from the HOMeHOPe faculty. It dives deep into the clinical applications of these epigenetic modifications, discusses the potential and pitfalls of epigenetic aging clocks, discusses the profound effect exercise and diet have on epigenetics,and much more.

Bioenergetics is the study of the flow and transformation of energy within biological systems, particularly focusing on how living organisms acquire, store, and utilize energy to sustain vital processes. It encompasses the understanding of various energy-related pathways, such as cellular respiration as well as the interplay between ATP production, conversion, and utilization in different biological contexts. In this module, we focus on the requirements for energy production (light, water, magnetism, vitamins, minerals, nutrients), the impedances to energy production (toxins, heavy meals), mitochondrial dynamics, mitochondrial biogenesis, and more.