Genes are the specific instructions that make you who you are. They are sections of DNA, your body’s master manual, and at the latest estimate, there are around 20,000 genes in the human genome. But genes, like humans, are imperfect, and often have mutations or variations that can cause everything from eye color to hair curl to whether you can curl your tongue.These mutations can also predispose you to certain health conditions and diseases, cause you to metabolize medications too quickly or too slowly, and mess with the way your body manages complex biochemical processes, including enzyme production.One of those genes, called the MTHFR gene, can have a mutation that can specifically interfere with your ability to absorb certain vitamins and detox the body efficiently. About 40% of us have this mutation, and it can predispose you to health issues. In this episode Cody invites Phillip Cowley, aka Phil's My Pharmacist to chat on what it’s all about, and what we can do about it.Phil Cowley, is a real life pharmacist, who is stepping out from behind the counter and is showing up all over Instagram and TikTok! He’s getting attention for his simple and straight-forward pharmaceutical hacks. He’s informational, he’s inspirational, he’s our friendly social media pharmacist! He knows a lot about many health issues, but personally knows the importance of understanding the MTHFR gene mutation, because it has had an impact on he and his wives ability to conceive. Tune into hear more.This episode is fun and informative and is definitely an episode to share with the girls in your life!You can connect with Phil on Instagram and TikTok, as well as on YouTube:@philsmypharmacistDid you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes. You can watch full episodes on YouTube now as well. Like and Subscribe to the It's Hertime Podcast HERE!Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!