1 Powerful, Predictive Drop Of Blood: The Future Of Diagnostic Testing, Epigenetics, DNA Methylation & Machine Learning, With Dr. Matthew Dawson.

Ben Greenfield

8 jun 2024

Episode description

In today's episode, you'll dive deep into the world of cutting-edge diagnostics and personalized health management with Dr. Matthew Dawson, a seven-time guest. You might know Dr. Dawson for his groundbreaking work at Wild Health (use code BEN20 to save 20%), where he's revolutionizing patient care with advanced DNA methylation testing and AI-driven health recommendations. Use code BENVIP for 10% off the TruDiagnostics TruAge Pace Test.

During this show, Dr. Dawson and I explore the intriguing evolution of methylation tests, demystify various biological age tests, and provide insights into how lifestyle choices significantly impact gene expression. Additionally, you'll discover the potential of AI in providing personalized health advice, the importance of human connection, proactive cancer detection strategies, and much more.

Dr. Dawson attended medical school at the University of Kentucky before completing his residency in emergency medicine at The University of Utah, where he served as both chief resident and fellow. He has practiced medicine and was an associate professor at the University of Kentucky for seven years, with an acute interest in functional medicine and, later, genomics.

Dr. Dawson crystallized this approach to providing patients with true health care, rather than sick care, by building Wild Health — a Precision Medicine service providing personalized, genetics-based care to help patients achieve optimal well-being. Dr. Dawson has trained thousands of physicians in Precision Medicine through online education and has lectured in over twenty countries around the world. He also co-hosts the Wild Health Podcast, a tool for teaching thousands about personalized, genetics-based Precision Medicine. His passion for helping patients maximize their health span and perform at their absolute best considers all aspects of health: mental, physical, and spiritual.

For full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/drdawson

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Episode description

For full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/drdawson

Episode Sponsors:

Beekeepers: Go to beekeepersnaturals.com/BEN or enter code BEN to get 20% off your order.

Manukora: Go to manukora.com/ben or use code BEN, you’ll automatically get a free pack of honey sticks with your order - a $15 value.

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