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Modern research shows that epigenetic modifiers operate within a complex network of signals between cells and tissues. Children exposed to certain risk factors often show differences in the expression of genes related to metabolism, the immune system, and neurofunction. It is important to understand that many of the effects are reversible: lifestyle changes can partially restore the normal state of regulatory mechanisms.
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Understanding epigenetic processes promises new approaches to disease prevention and individualized medicine. However, the scientific community needs to take into account many factors and provide stable criteria for clinical use.
