Thank you for joining us for another episode of the Low Carb MD Podcast. Dr. Lucia Aronica, Ph.D., is a world-renowned epigenetics expert and Stanford Lecturer. Dr. Aronica’s innovative work bridges complex science with actionable strategies, empowering global audiences to optimize their health through epigenetics. With a unique ability to translate intricate science into engaging, applicable knowledge, Dr. Aronica inspires audiences to harness the power of epigenetics for optimal health and performance.  In this episode, Drs. Brian, Tro, and Lucia talk about… Why Lucia chose to pursue studies in Medical Biotechnology and Epigenetics How Lucia became interested in keto and nutrition How Lucia became involved in the DIETFITS study with Christopher Gardener What epigenetics is and how it relates to diet/nutrition & other external factors such as exercise Epi Bioactive nutrients and how they effect our health MTHFR and Nutri-Epigenetic solutions Why carnivores might consider adding some plant foods into their diet The role of the gut microbiome in overall health Good stress and bad stress Why people in Italy don’t need to meditate while people in New York do Why we ought to think of health in terms of principles rather than in strict dietary terms For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening!   Links:   Dr. Lucia Aronica: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drluciaaronica/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXFaVKe8JxWyZviKqtiT9lQ?view_as=subscriber Website: https://draronica.com DIETFITS: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2673150   Dr. Brian Lenzkes:  Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author   Dr. Tro Kalayjian:  Website: https://www.doctortro.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/   Toward Health App Join a growing community of individuals who are improving their metabolic health; together.  Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more.    Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doctor-tro/id1588693888  Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US Learn more: https://doctortro.com/community/