EPS. 26: Expert Insights: The Crucial Role of Genetics in Autoimmune Disease

Autoimmune disease. If you’re in clinical practice, it’s an inevitable part of your work whether it’s your area of specialty or not. Autoimmune disorders are often described as a complex interplay between one’s genetics, environmental factors, and lifestyle - and as practitioners, we need to be aware of the role of all three of these critical inputs.

In this episode of the RWS Clinician’s Corner, we do a deep dive into the genetic influences of autoimmunity. Do you know what genetic variants are the most important to consider for your clients with autoimmunity? Do you know how to test for these genetic variants and then, most importantly, what to do with that information to get better results for your clients?

If you have anyone with autoimmunity in your practice (and you do) then you don’t want to miss this exclusive training where we explore:

The core mechanisms of autoimmunity, including the role of hormones on the immune system and how self-tolerance can break down, leading to autoimmune diseases.
How genetic factors contribute to the development of autoimmunity, highlighting specific genetic markers and pathways involved.
Clinical applications - how do we work with this information clinically and use it to improve our recommendations and results?

Annelie Smith RD IFNCP, a distinguished clinician with over 25 years in clinical practice and wellness, is a leader in nutrigenomics with a 15-year track record and is renowned for translating genetic reports into clinical applications. At 3X4 Genetics, she mentors the clinical team and collaborates with elite sports teams, high-profile practitioners, and celebrities, focusing on specialized nutrition interventions. Her mission is to inspire widespread, impactful nutrition and lifestyle choices for quality of life. Embodying her philosophy of pushing boundaries, Annelie enjoys challenging herself with long-distance, cold water swimming in various natural bodies of water.

Nicqui Grant, a Registered Dietician with over two decades of private practice, pivoted her focus towards holistic disease management after completing a course in Integrative Medicine at Stellenbosch University in 2014. Specializing in Autoimmune disorders and Thyroid disease within functional nutrition, she began consulting for 3X4 Genetics on Nutrigenomics in 2019 and completed the Manuka Sciences course in Translational Nutrigenomics in 2020. Passionate about making complex science accessible, Nicqui is an IFNA certified practitioner, a frequent speaker, and author of "The Ultimate Diet Solution Cookbook" for insulin resistance. Her lifelong fascination with genetics, stemming from her brother's genetic disorder (PKU), drives her continuous learning in the evolving field of Nutrigenomics.

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