The APOE Gene – The Healthspan Gene | EP004
Live Your DNA with Alan Ogden
In this episode of Live Your DNA with Alan Ogden, Alan explores one of the most important genetic markers linked to long term health risk: the APOE gene. Prompted by his personal family history with diabetes and his own genetic testing results, Alan breaks down the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes and explains how genetics can influence disease risk even when lifestyle factors are managed carefully. He then dives into the APOE gene, a key genetic factor associated with inflammation, cardiovascular health, and a significantly increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Alan explains...
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The Most Common Genetic Variations | EP003
Live Your DNA with Alan Ogden
In this episode of Live Your DNA with Alan Ogden, Alan breaks down the most common genetic variations he sees when reviewing DNA test results and how they impact your health on a daily basis. Drawing from hundreds of DNA analyses across diverse populations, Alan explains why functional genetics is not about ancestry, but about how your body processes nutrients, responds to food, and maintains long term health. He reveals surprising patterns that appear consistently across people, regardless of background, and what they mean for real world health decisions. This episode focuses on three major...
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Introduction to Dr. Lois Nahirney | EP002
Live Your DNA with Alan Ogden
In this episode of Live Your DNA with Alan Ogden, Alan sits down with Dr. Lois Nahirney, founder of DNA Power, to explore the origins of modern DNA testing and how genetic insights can transform the way we approach health and longevity. Dr. Nahirney shares the remarkable personal story that led her into the field of genetics after years of unexplained health challenges. What began as a search for answers ultimately revealed how a simple genetic variation affecting vitamin B metabolism was the key to restoring her health. That discovery sparked a mission to make DNA testing accessible and...
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Why I Got Hooked on Genetics | EP001
Live Your DNA with Alan Ogden
In this first episode of Your DNA Talks, Alan Ogden shares the story behind his fascination with genetics and how it transformed the way he views health, prevention, and long term longevity. What began as professional curiosity evolved into a deeper understanding of how genetic insights can influence everyday decisions around nutrition, supplementation, lifestyle, and medication response. Alan explains why personalized health is not about trends or fear based messaging, but about clarity. By understanding how your unique genetic blueprint may influence inflammation, detoxification pathways,...
info_outlineIn this first episode of Your DNA Talks, Alan Ogden shares the story behind his fascination with genetics and how it transformed the way he views health, prevention, and long term longevity. What began as professional curiosity evolved into a deeper understanding of how genetic insights can influence everyday decisions around nutrition, supplementation, lifestyle, and medication response.
Alan explains why personalized health is not about trends or fear based messaging, but about clarity. By understanding how your unique genetic blueprint may influence inflammation, detoxification pathways, nutrient metabolism, and cognitive resilience, you can begin making more informed choices rooted in data rather than guesswork.
This episode sets the foundation for the show and outlines what listeners can expect moving forward: practical education, responsible interpretation of genetic testing, and thoughtful conversations about optimizing healthspan in a realistic and sustainable way.
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