Food that talks: The future of nutrition and gene health with Dr. Christine Houghton

Food that talks: The future of nutrition and gene health with Dr. Christine Houghton

Dr. Christine Houghton is a Registered Nutritionist and thought leader in Nutritional and Nutrigenomic Medicine. Her career spans several decades in clinical practice and research. Dr. Houghton holds a PhD in Nutrigenomics, a BSc in Biochemistry from the University of Queensland, and a Graduate Diploma in Human Nutrition from Deakin University.

She is the Founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Cell-Logic, a company pioneering the clinical application of nutrigenomic science through evidence-based nutraceuticals and practitioner education. Christine is also the Founder and Faculty Head of the Institute for Nutrigenomic Medicine and author of the book Switched On - Embracing the Science of Nutrigenomic Medicine.

She is a member of the Nutrition Society of Australia (NSA), ACNEM, AIMA, and the International Society of Nutrigenomics and Nutrigenetics (ISNN).

We cover:

  • What is nutrigenomics, why some people find it harder to be fit& healthy and how can we change the expression of our genes with food
  • What is the G.E.M.M. (Gut Ecology and Metabolic Modulation) protocol
  • What is sulforaphane, and what makes it such a powerful compound in modulating inflammatory and antioxidant pathways
  • What are the worst foods for our genes, and why is it not a good idea to be vegan
  • What is the best diet for our genes, and how does meat fit in

If you struggle to achieve your health and fitness goals and can't figure out why, this episode is for you. You will discover how your genes can make everything a little bit harder for you and what to do about it. 

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Cel- Logic: https://cell-logic.com.au/our-executive-team/dr-christine-houghton/

GEMM: https://cell-logic.com.au/our-executive-team/dr-christine-houghton/