Webinars

Speaker:
Prof. DDr. med. Dr. habil Claus Muss PhD
Nutritionist, Immunologist, Preventive and Environmental Physician
Dopamine is a vital neurotransmitter that plays a central role in numerous physiological processes, including movement, motivation, reward, and the regulation of mood. Its significance in human health is underscored by its involvement in various neurological and psychiatric disorders, such as Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia, and addiction. Dopamine is synthesized in dopaminergic neurons through a two-step process. Dopamine is metabolized primarily by two enzymes: Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) and Catechol-O-Methyltransferase (COMT). Metabolites are excreted in the urine and can be measured to assess dopamine metabolism.
Dopamine is essential for coordinating movement, and its deficiency is a hallmark of Parkinson’s disease. Additionally, dopamine dysregulation is implicated in psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and addiction. Emerging research indicates that peripheral dopamine plays a role in metabolic control, influencing energy metabolism and potentially linking to conditions like obesity and diabetes. Accurate assessment of dopamine levels is crucial for personalized medicine, enabling tailored therapeutic interventions. Personalized approaches can optimize dopamine replacement therapies in Parkinson’s disease, enhancing efficacy and minimizing side effects and assessing dopamine signaling pathways can aid in predicting susceptibility to disorders and addiction enabling early interventions and can guide to the development of personalized rehabilitation programs. In conclusion, dopamine’s multifaceted roles in human health underscore the importance of precise measurement and individualized assessment. Advancements in diagnostic technologies are paving the way for personalized medical approaches, enhancing the precision and effectiveness of treatments related to dopaminergic function.

Speaker:
Angelique De Beule
FAQ‘s over microbioom, verteringsparameters, vetzuren, micronutriënten, hormonen, zware metalen, gluten: slimme keuzes, betere inzichten.

Speaker:
Dr. rer. nat. Heiko Hofmann
Leitung wissenschaftlicher Außendienst biovis Diagnostik

Speaker:
Dorte Kramers
FAQ’s over hormonen, oestrogeenmetabolieten, zware metalen, vitamines, glutenmarkers.