‘We can identify these really early, before the clinical diagnosis’: Epigenetic markers may help explain why Native Hawaiians are aging faster

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epigeneticsMeaning “above genetics”, resulting from changes without involving changes in the way a person’s genes function. dna Self. For example, by adding molecules called methyl groups to DNA – a process called DNA methylation – epigenetics can turn genes on or off, or increase or decrease their activity. Environmental factors – e.g. Tension, Diet And …

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My Vintage Curio Cabinet Gets a Spring Makeover

My Vintage Curio Cabinet Gets a Spring Makeover

I’m giving my vintage curio cabinet a fresh look for spring! This simple makeover cost nothing by using what I already had. Well, it’s almost the end of April and spring has officially arrived here in the Northland! Does anyone else get the itch to re-decorate, like, everything during this time of the year?! I’ve …

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