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Can I really change my DNA by detoxing?
Posted by:
DCveggieGal
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Date: September 23, 2008 06:23PM Hi. My Fiance finds it hard to believe that we have the possibility of changing our DNA for our children.
I read somewhere ( I dont remember where), that if we detox and rid our body of toxins, our DNA will not pass down poor genetics such as ADHD and allergies. Does anyone know more about this? Thanks. Re: Can I really change my DNA by detoxing?
Posted by:
brome
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Date: September 23, 2008 07:21PM There are 2 parts to your genetic heritage, the DNA and the epigenome. The epigenome controls which genes in your DNA are turned on or off. When the wrong ones are turned on or off a whole host of diseases, such as cancer, can manifest. Your diet can get the epigenome straightened out.
[www.pbs.org] [www.wired.com] Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 09/23/2008 07:23PM by brome. Re: Can I really change my DNA by detoxing?
Posted by:
arugula
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Date: September 24, 2008 10:05AM Yeah, genes are what you inherit, but epigenetics is how those genes express themselves. So you do have some control over some of it. Re: Can I really change my DNA by detoxing?
Posted by:
iLIVE
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Date: September 24, 2008 11:26AM I don't think it's possible to change DNA.. but like the others are saying, you havve the power to turn them off through diet. Re: Can I really change my DNA by detoxing?
Posted by:
brome
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Date: September 24, 2008 03:10PM Cells have the ability to repair damaged DNA. In a clean body this repair can proceed most efficiently. Damaged DNA and a damaged epigenome will be passed on to one's children unless repaired.
[en.wikipedia.org] Re: Can I really change my DNA by detoxing?
Posted by:
phantom
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Date: September 25, 2008 04:59AM Certain plants are rumored to have mutagenic compounds, as well. :O Re: Can I really change my DNA by detoxing?
Posted by:
arugula
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Date: September 25, 2008 10:09AM Not all damage is repaired properly, a flaw rate of about 0.0001% is part of life.
It's one of the reasons why it's better to have kids when your body is young, this goes for fathers as well as mothers. Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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