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Epigenetic Load Risk

Meaning

Epigenetic Load Risk quantifies the cumulative burden of detrimental environmental, lifestyle, and behavioral exposures that have induced potentially harmful, non-genetic modifications to an individual’s gene expression profile. This load does not alter the underlying DNA sequence but rather changes how the genetic blueprint is read, impacting cellular function and accelerating biological aging. A high epigenetic load risk suggests an increased probability of developing age-related chronic conditions, including various forms of hormonal dysfunction and metabolic syndrome. This assessment provides a molecular-level view of an individual’s physiological debt.