Epigenetics: A Cutting-Edge Approach to Understanding Addiction

Pioneering Innovation at Beecon Recovery

Beecon Recovery is proud to be the first outpatient facility to offer epigenetic testingas part of our addiction treatment program.

Epigenetics—the study of how environmental factors influence gene expression—offers a revolutionary way to understand addiction. By examining how genes are turned on or off by lifestyle, nutrition, stress, and other environmental factors, we can personalize treatment based on each individual’s unique biological and environmental profile.

This forward-thinking approach enhances recovery outcomes by making care more targeted, data-driven, and personal.

What is Epigenetic Hair Follicle Testing?

Epigenetic testing, first developed in the 1960s, uses hair follicle samples to analyze gene expression—without altering the DNA itself.

How It Works:

A small hair sample is collected from the occipital area (just above the neck).

The hair root or bulb, which remains alive, carries crucial information absorbed from blood vessels.

The sample is scanned within three minutes of plucking using the S-Drive device.

Data is securely transmitted to a remote lab in Germany for advanced analysis.

A detailed, 30+ page report is generated, offering insights into nutritional imbalances, toxin exposure, stress factors, and more.

Why Epigenetics Matters in Addiction Recovery

Addiction is influenced not just by genetics but also by environmental and lifestyle factors. Epigenetic testing helps identify:

By uncovering these hidden influences, we can help patients:

The Science Behind the Scan

Our comprehensive testing looks at:

Vitamins (16 types)

Minerals (16 types)

Essential Fatty Acids (6 types)

Antioxidants (13 groups)

Amino Acids (23 types)

Toxins (chemical, radiation, toxic metals)

Microbiology (bacteria, fungi, mold/spores, parasites, viruses)

Electro-Smog (EMF & ELF – 14 categories)

Stressors affecting gut, circulation, muscle recovery

Food intolerances & additives to avoid

Note: The S-Drive device is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. It is widely used in 67 countriesby health and wellness professionals, fitness centers, beauty clinics, and preventive health practitioners.

Gut Health and Its Connection to the Brain

Your gut and brain are in constant communication—a relationship known as the gut-brain axis. This connection is especially crucial in addiction recovery.

Why Gut Health Matters:

Gut-Brain Connection in Addiction

Disruptions in gut health can increase vulnerability to addiction by impacting:

Supporting gut health is a powerful tool in addiction prevention, recovery, and relapse management.

Transformative Benefits of Epigenetic Testing at Beecon Recovery

With just four strands of hair, we can uncover:

Hidden imbalances that blood tests might miss

Nutritional needs unique to your metabolism

Environmental stressors affecting long-term health

Personalized recommendations for diet, supplements, and detox

We Don’t Just Say Recovery Is Possible. We Prove It.

With the lowest relapse rate in the country, Beecon Recovery isn’t just leading Utah — we’re leading the nation in addiction recovery and relapse prevention. Our approach works because it’s real, rooted, and relentless in support.

No matter how many times someone has fallen — we help them rise for the last time.