In this captivating episode of "Advancing With Amy / Mental Health Warrior & Neurospicy Mama," host Amy sits down with the brilliant Jaclyn Downs, a Master's holder in holistic nutrition, certified health coach, certified doula, and author of "Enhancing Fertility Through Functional Medicine: Using Nutrigenomics to Solve Unexplained Infertility." Jaclyn is a leading functional nutrigenomics practitioner renowned for her meticulous five-star genomic interpretations and comprehensive approach to holistic health.

**Highlights Include:**

- The fascinating intersection of nutrition and genes explained by Jaclyn.

- The intricate role of oxidative stress in chronic conditions and its impact on mental health.

- How your diet, lifestyle, and even your emotional well-being can influence genetic expression.

- Practical tips on balancing antioxidants and reducing oxidative stress.

- The transformative power of joyful activities and stress management in turning off harmful genetic expressions.

Jaclyn provides deep insights drawn from her extensive expertise, offering actionable advice to help you understand and optimize your health. This episode is packed with valuable information for anyone curious about how their diet and lifestyle choices can affect their overall well-being and mental health.

**Key Moments:**

- [00:01:03 ] Introduction to Holistic Nutrition and Nutrigenomics

- [00:01:49 ] Explaining Oxidative Stress and Its Connection to Mental Health

- [00:06:12 ] Genetic Testing: What To Know and Where To Go

- [00:10:27 ] Tailoring Your Lifestyle for Better Genetic Expression

- [00:12:48 ] The Importance of Joy and Stress Management in Genetic Health

- [00:14:28 ] Can Positive Changes Turn Off Harmful Genetic Expressions? 

Don't miss this enlightening conversation that could very well change the way you approach your health journey. Tune in now and empower yourself with the knowledge to become a true Mental Health Warrior!

You can find more about Jaclyn at JaclynDowns.com or follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/functionalfertilitysolutions/.  She also has a freebie at https://jaclyn-downs.mykajabi.com/

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