MMP102 - Neurotransmitters & Human System Optimization with Andrea Lahti

In this episode, we continue our series on genetics/epigenetics
and optimization of the human system.


This series includes interviews with Aperion founders Dr. Dan
Stickler and Dr. Mickra Hamilton, genetics panel creator David
Krantz, Aperion medical provider and peptide expert Ryan Lester,
and neurotransmitter panel creator Andrea Lahti (today’s
interview).


As we did in the David Krantz interview (specific to
endocannabinoids), we dive into an actual analysis of genetic
data (mine, about my brain!) and how it informs us about actions
to optimize the human system.


We have six mantras from the show.


Mantra #1: Neurotransmitters are like an orchestra creating a
symphony in the brain.


Mantra #2: The obstacles to having one’s individual genes
analyzed (cost, access) are getting lower and lower every day.


Mantra #3: There is no such thing as a “depression gene” (our
brains and emotions are much more complex than that).


Mantra #4: A genetics analysis is not scary- it can in fact be
validating.


Mantra #5: An epigenetics coach incorporates the client’s goals
as the basis for a genetics read with epigenetics interventions.


Mantra #6: The Neurotransmitter panel from Aperion and
NeuroEpiGenetix/ Andrea Lahti includes 20 biochemical signals
that helps an individual better understand their brain:
Seratonin
Dopamine
Epinephrine
norepinephrine
Histamine
Glutamine
Gaba
Glycine
Acetylcholine
Anandamide
Cytokines
Endorphins
Enkephline
Prodynorphin (Dynorphin)
Nociceptin
Neuropeptide S
Neuropeptide Y
Oxytocin
Adenosine
Nitric Oxide.


Andrea has spent years developing this panel and has focused
recently on the complexity and yet simplicity of serotonin.
Researchers have known for decades that sunlight affects
serotonin, as it's the oldest neurotransmitter in living
organisms. Yet, how many psychiatrists prescribe sunlight? From
Andrea:


“Being in the mental health field, I can tell you I haven't heard
of any of them prescribing sunlight or blue light exposure, but
it really does help people.”

More about Andrea Lahti
Andrea Lahti is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and
Epigenetic Coach. She studied genetics and ethics as an undergrad
at the University of South Carolina, then pursued her Masters in
Social Work at the University of North Carolina, to gain skills
in being an informative and protective liaison between
cutting-edge technology and people’s everyday lives.
She has years of experience as a medical social worker to help
people balance emotional, mental and physical aspects of their
health. Recently, she completed a state-of-the-art genetic panel
for neurotransmitter insight - the NeuroEpiGenetix panel - to
help guide clients in balancing everything from mental and
emotional to physical health.
She uses a systems approach to provide a mix of state-of-the-art
technology, education, products and services to help people
understand the way their bodies and minds function so they can
make changes that will help them feel their best.


What’s fun for Andrea: Pushing yourself beyond what you think are
your limits and being successful (and safe)!


For me, that includes running, driving motorcycles, mountain
biking, skiing, and hang gliding.


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