In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Yael Joffe joins Dr. Kate Kresge to discuss her remarkable journey from architecture student to nutrigenomics pioneer, driven by a personal loss that left her searching for answers. You’ll hear us discuss:
The role of genetic insights in supporting personalized wellness approaches
3X4 Genetics innovative approach to genetic testing
The challenges of bringing genetics into clinical practice
How AI might reshape the field
Dr. Joffe is a pioneering figure in nutrigenomics and the founder of 3X4 Genetics. Originally from South Africa, she began her career studying architecture before pivoting to dietetics following her grandmother's battle with cancer. Driven to understand the intersection of genetics and nutrition more deeply, she pursued a PhD in genetics while working full-time. Throughout her career, Dr. Joffe has been instrumental in developing nutrigenomic testing methodologies, including the Darwin methodology used by 3X4 Genetics to analyze genetic markers for potential insights in personalized wellness. Additionally, Dr. Joffe is the author of The Power Of Genetics.
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In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Yael Joffe joins Dr. Kate Kresge to discuss her remarkable journey from architecture student to nutrigenomics pioneer, driven by a personal loss that left her searching for answers. You’ll hear us discuss:
- The role of genetic insights in supporting personalized wellness approaches
- 3X4 Genetics innovative approach to genetic testing
- The challenges of bringing genetics into clinical practice
- How AI might reshape the field
Dr. Joffe is a pioneering figure in nutrigenomics and the founder of 3X4 Genetics. Originally from South Africa, she began her career studying architecture before pivoting to dietetics following her grandmother's battle with cancer. Driven to understand the intersection of genetics and nutrition more deeply, she pursued a PhD in genetics while working full-time. Throughout her career, Dr. Joffe has been instrumental in developing nutrigenomic testing methodologies, including the Darwin methodology used by 3X4 Genetics to analyze genetic markers for potential insights in personalized wellness. Additionally, Dr. Joffe is the author of The Power Of Genetics.
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Timestamps
03:07 - From Art to Science
16:24 - Why PhDs Deserve More Credit
33:56 - The Birth of 3X4 Genetics
47:21 - AI’s Role in Genetics, Healthcare, and Research
53:55 - How 3X4 Chooses the Right Genes
01:05:27 - Why Every Clinician Should Consider Genetic Testing
01:08:14 - Clinical Application: A Detoxification Case Study
01:11:16 - The Future of Genetics
