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Still smoking fags? Your genes are encouraging you to light up
We all know smoking tobacco is harmful to our health, and often we mistakenly think smoking is socially influenced. Actually, it is certain genes affecting if you enjoy smoking or are designed to have a smoking addiction.
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Bloody hangovers? Genes for alcohol metabolism on the rocks?
For some, the improper breakdown of alcohol means stomach pains, facial redness, itchy eyes, a stuffy nose and an awful hangover. Uncover the fascinating influence of your genetics on your alcohol metabolism and tolerance. Cheers to a happier, healthier you!
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Quick or slowpoke: The metabolic rate is swayed by your genes
Genes are your code. You carry around a one-of-a-kind operational manual full of instructions for making proteins, like hormones and enzymes, that direct the metabolic system. Do you know your code?
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Blood, spit and genes: Simple saliva test helps you balance the blood lipids.
Fats have been blamed for everything but not everyone is affected by fats in the same way. Surprisingly, some individuals efficiently break down fats, consuming without consequences. Don’t let fear hold you back. Know.
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A bit of carbohydrate drama? Your genes have got the answers to your questions
“Cutting out carbs”, whether simple or complex, is the hot trend in trying to lose weight, but is it right? Why be uncertain when you can avoid the trial and error, complete a genetic test, find out if you metabolise carbohydrates well and then eat with confidence that it is what is right for you?
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Got a keen palate, do ya? Taste preference is proper genetic
Understanding your genetically influenced eating behaviours, such as a preference for sweet, salty, fatty, umami, and bitter tastes, can help you adjust eating and lifestyle habits for weight loss
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Feeling ravenous? Maybe the problem is genetic sensitivity to overeating
Extra weight and obesity from overeating and snacking can be influenced by both your environment and your genetics. A simple saliva test will tell you why you are hungry all the time and how you can solve it and lose weight
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Savory sabotage? Genetic sensitivity to umami taste can influence food choice.
In Japanese, umami means “delicious taste”, and although it is difficult to describe the taste in words, it is impossible to miss. Sensitivity to it, though, may delay weight loss
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Forget fractures: The genetic test that will help you prevent bone density loss
With age, bone density naturally decreases, but there are those who have a higher genetic predisposition that increases bone thinning. A genetic test can detect such a tendency.
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Ditch the dieting: The hottest trend to lose weight, balance blood sugars and improve health includes genetic testing
Rice diet, lemon detox, celery juice diet, cabbage soup diet.. you’ve tried them all, spent a lot of money and energy, and have gained back any lost weight after a short time. Why is this happening, you ask, and what went wrong, again?