Sleep
Gene Mapping & Optimization
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Circadian Rhythms
Epigenetic mechanisms help regulate circadian rhythms, which are the internal biological clocks that govern the sleep-wake cycle. DNA methylation and histone modifications can influence the expression of clock genes, such as PERIOD and CLOCK, which are critical for maintaining circadian rhythms.
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Sleep Homeostasis
Epigenetic mechanisms also play a role in sleep homeostasis, the process by which the body maintains a balance between sleep and wakefulness based on prior sleep-wake history. Epigenetic modifications in genes involved in neuronal plasticity and synaptic strength can influence the regulation of sleep drive and the ability to recover from sleep deprivation.
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Sleep Disorders
Epigenetic changes have been implicated in various sleep disorders, including insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless legs syndrome. For example, alterations in epigenetic marks in genes related to neurotransmitter systems (e.g., serotonin, dopamine) or respiratory control may contribute to the development or severity of sleep disorders.
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Aging and Sleep
Epigenetic changes accumulate with age and can affect sleep patterns and quality in older adults. Alterations in epigenetic regulation of genes involved in sleep regulation may contribute to age-related changes in sleep architecture and sleep disorders.
Sleep Isn't a Luxury; It's a Requirement
The Wired BioHealth Epigenetic Panel provides insights into how your genetic makeup and environmental factors interact to regulate sleep patterns and sleep-related challenges.
Once genes with coding errors are identified, Wired BioHealth gives you the recommendations to literally turn them off in order to optimize that gene's function. This creates a personalized approach optimizing your unique DNA to promote healthy sleep, managing sleep challenges, and improving overall sleep quality and duration.