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June 17, 2025 24 mins

Kaitlin discusses the relationship between genetics and health, challenging the notion of genetic determinism aka that your are not destined to have the same health that runs in your family. She emphasizes the importance of lifestyle choices and metabolic health over genetic predispositions. Kaitlin discusses the findings of the Human Genome Project, the significance of gene expression, and how environmental factors influence health outcomes. Warning: Only listen to this episode if you want to be more empowered to take control of your health! 


Chapters

02:50 The Human Genome Project and Its Findings

06:06 Gene Expression vs. Genetic Determinism

12:11 Metabolic Health and Its Importance

18:13 Understanding Health Span vs. Life Span

21:08 Your Call to Action


Read the article by Bruce Lipton discussing the Human Genome Project here: https://www.brucelipton.com/the-human-genome-project/ 


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