Dr. Lois Nahirney is the President and CEO of DNA Power Inc., a company using DNA testing to improve health and wellness. Her goal is to help people make better choices through personalized, preventive care. Lois has held senior roles at major companies like Teekay Corporation and BC Hydro. She brings strong leadership and global business experience to her work. She is also the Inaugural Chair of the Canadian Women’s International Network (CanWIN). Lois holds a Doctorate in Business Administration and cares deeply about diversity and inclusion. She has advised the BC Government and supported many organizations. Lois has been named one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women.
We’re celebrating our new partnership with Inagene Diagnostics Inc. by creating a series of informative and empowering videos and podcasts about genetic testing and personalized health. In “The Healthy Helix – Your Personalized Roadmap to Health,” series hosts Lois Nahirney, CEO of dnaPower, and Nancy White, CEO of Inagene Diagnostics, discuss health through the lens […]
Vitamin D is one of the most essential vitamins for bone development and immune health. Recently, there have been emerging studies looking at the role vitamin D plays in COVID-19 patients. A small scale study found that out of 216 hospitalized COVID-19 patients, 82% of them had vitamin D deficiency versus 47% found in the control […]
In our Partner Spotlight series, we share some of our amazing partners and the transformative work they’re doing in their health practices. Our dnaPower Partners incorporate DNA testing into their practice to help clients improve their health and wellness more effectively and with quicker results by pinpointing specific areas of concern that might otherwise go […]
We are thrilled to announce our new partnership with the female-led Canadian DNA testing company, Inagene Diagnostics. Inagene Diagnostics is a DNA testing company that uses genetic information to predict response to medications commonly used to treat pain and mental health conditions. Together, we are harnessing the power of genetic testing to empower you to […]
Increasing rates of estrogen dominance in both men and women cause a great deal of concern. While diet and lifestyle factors play a significant role in balancing your sex hormones, have you ever considered if high estrogen is related to your genetics? Estrogen is one of two main sex hormones that women have (the other […]
Is saturated fat good for you? Arguably one of the most controversial nutrients, fats, has been riding the health rollercoaster for decades. After spending years on the naughty nutrition list, fat is making a comeback. Both meat and plant-based foods contain fats. You will find dietary fat is found in two forms: saturated fats and […]
Today we’re kicking off our Partner Spotlight series, where we share some of our amazing partners and the transformative work they’re doing in their health practices. Our dnaPower Partners incorporate DNA testing into their practice to help clients improve their health and wellness more effectively and with quicker results by pinpointing specific areas of concern […]
Women with PCOS can harness the power of foods to manage their symptoms healthfully. Choosing foods that are high in fibre, lean protein, and rich in anti-inflammatory properties can help combat insulin resistance and keep inflammation levels in check. When it comes to finding the optimal PCOS diet, there is no one-size-fits-all. Managing PCOS with […]
The benefits of sprouts are endless. That’s why sprouted seeds, beans and grains are often regarded as nutrition powerhouses. First off, they are packed with more vitamins, proteins, and fibre than regular seeds, beans, and grains. Sprouts are also known to improve digestion, heart health, and balance blood sugar. Sprouts are easy to grow at […]
While diet and lifestyle choices greatly impact how your immune system responds to invading pathogens, did you know that genes play an important role in immune function as well? Unique genetic factors may impact how well you process immune-supporting nutrients, manage stress and regulate inflammation. Individual variations in genes may influence how you respond to […]
