transgenerational inheritance

Transgenerational inheritance refers to the passing of traits, behaviors, or biological information from one generation to the next through genes or other mechanisms. This means that experiences or environmental factors affecting parents or grandparents can influence the biology or health of their descendants, even if those changes are not part of the usual genetic code. It involves mechanisms like epigenetics, where chemical modifications on DNA or proteins can be inherited, altering gene expression. In essence, it demonstrates that our lineage’s history and environment can have lasting effects beyond just inherited genes, shaping future generations in subtle but meaningful ways.