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Sacred Plants, Modern Science: Epigenetic Insights from Ancient Herbal Rituals
If you’ve ever watched a tea ceremony, a smoke cleansing, or an Ayurvedic preparation and felt something deeper happening than “just herbs,” you’re not imagining it. Across cultures, sacred plant rituals weren’t merely about ingredients—they were about the how : timing, pairing, preparation, and presence. Modern epigenetics—the study of how lifestyle and environment switch genes on or off without changing DNA—offers a powerful lens for why these traditions endure. From the pl
Deepa Yerram MD
Oct 184 min read


Movement with Meaning: From Tai Chi to Yoga as Cellular Longevity Therapy
You already know that movement helps you feel better. What’s easy to miss is how powerful those small, meaningful practices can be for...
Deepa Yerram MD
Oct 1110 min read


Rituals of Connection: The Epigenetics of Community, Love, and Longevity
Discover how love, friendship, and community rituals influence gene expression, reduce stress, and unlock the epigenetics of longevity.
Deepa Yerram MD
Oct 34 min read


Fasting Across Cultures: Ancient Wisdom, Epigenetics, and Holistic Midlife Health
Discover how fasting traditions from Ayurveda to Ramadan align with modern epigenetics, supporting integrative aging, vitality, and longevity.
Deepa Yerram MD
Sep 268 min read

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