10
Aug 2020

Epigenetics: The power of choice to influence your genetic expression through nutrition, exercise and a balanced lifestyle

"It's genetic" is a statement we all know. But is it really the case that genes are set in stone? No, it is not. Well, technically they are, but the expression of genes is not. According to Dr. Berg, only 5-10% of diseases are genetic and therefore inherited from parents. Epigenetics can positively influence gene expression and prevent diseases. And the gift keeps on giving, you can inherit a favorable gene expression to your children. So the next time you eat that cake or have that cigarette, think of your grandchildren. Here is your guide to make epigenetics work in your favor.
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Larissa Brechbuehl
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14
Jul 2020

Basta with diet trends, hello personalised nutrition: What to eat to gain muscle mass?

Which diet is best for you? Kerstin chased nutrition trends from High Carb Low Fat to High Fat Low Carb. She gained strength doing HIT workouts but her goal was to gain muscle mass and improve her health with food. In addition to AURUM strength training, epigenetics and a personalized nutrition approach was the answer. A personal self-optimisation journey by Kerstin.
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Kerstin Klein
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11
Jun 2020

Understand fats: unsaturated, saturated, omega 3, omega 6 and MCTs

Saturated or unsaturated, long, medium or short-chain fats: We come across these terms often but what do they stand for? And how does fat affect depressive moods, weight loss and hormonal balance? What are omega-6 fatty acids and why are they problematic? Let's get those fats in our diet and around belly right!
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Stefan Andris
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11
Jun 2020

Vegan January: is vegan really the game changer?

Healthy eating - whether vegan, Mediterranean or ketogenic, regardless - is a controversial topic like religion or politics. Either you no longer dare to make a clear statement or you try to convince each other of your own truth. Like in the Netflix movie “ The Game Changers,” and its key message: Those who consume no animal products and eat a plant-based diet improve their athletic performance. Is that true? Let's look at some veganuary trends, health and science data.
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Egle Paulauskaite
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