Your genes interact with your diet and lifestyle to influence your susceptibility to diseases. You can use your genetic data here in a couple of ways:
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Your gut mucosa protects you from microbes in the gut, your own digestive enzymes, and toxins from the environment. Learn what you can do to keep your gut mucosal barrier healthy.
Genetic variants of the BChE gene decrease its enzyme’s activity. This can lead to various and seemingly unconnected consequences…such as an increased risk for Parkinson’s or food sensitivity to potatoes.
Trigger points are hyperirritated knots in the muscle and fascia that can refer pain to a nearby region of the body.
A small percentage of people taking bisphosphonates will experience osteonecrosis – bone death – in the jaw. Genetic variants are part of the susceptibility.
Do you suffer from dry eyes? Learn about current research-backed solutions and the genetics links that could increase your susceptibility.
Polycythemia vera: See how your genetics and environment contribute to this rare blood disorder. Understand the causes, risks, and role of inheritance.
Learn how carnitine powers cellular energy, supports organ health, and influences metabolism. Discover its benefits for brain, liver and immune function, plus how genetics affect your carnitine needs.
Recently, researchers discovered that FTO is an m6A eraser that removes methyl groups from mRNA. This discovery has opened up huge avenues of research on topics from cancer to immune response to heart disease.
A couple of common mutations can cause you to build up iron, leading to iron overload or hemochromatosis. It is one genetic disease where knowledge is really powerful – you can completely prevent hemochromatosis through blood donations.
Lower PCSK9 levels have been shown in research studies to correlate to a significantly reduced risk of metastatic recurrence in certain types of cancer.
Pyruvate Dehydrogenase is central to cellular energy production. Learn about its role in energy production, genetic mutations, association with ME/CFS and Long Covid, and strategies to manage its deficiencies.
For some people with specific genetic variants, aspirin may help to prevent colon cancer. Learn more about what the research says and check your genes.
Do you know someone that suffers from prostate problems? Learn more about this important gland and how your genes affect your risk.
Discover how genetic variants and environmental factors combine to increase Parkinson’s disease risk. Learn about key genes, toxins, and prevention insights.
Gilbert’s syndrome is an inherited condition where the body doesn’t break down bilirubin efficiently. Discover the benefits of higher bilirubin levels in this syndrome and some possible risks.
Tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4) is an essential cofactor in the production of neurotransmitters and nitric oxide. Genetic variants impact BH4 levels which can affect heart disease, cognitive function, and immune response.
The APOE gene variants are linked with the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Find out whether you carry the APOE risk type for Alzheimer’s – and learn what research shows about supplements and lifestyle changes to prevent this disease.
Genetic variants in FN1 that reduce fibronectin also protect against Alzheimer’s in people with APOE E4. Here’s how to check your genes.
Women with BRCA1/2 mutations may face additional risk from certain environmental toxins or other genetic variants.
For some people, back pain is a daily occurrence that drastically affects their quality of life. For others, it may be an intermittent nagging problem, often without rhyme or reason. Your genes play a role in whether disc degeneration gives you back pain.
Wondering what is important in your raw genetic data? Check out this list of 10 genes in your 23andMe or AncestryDNA data.
Fragile X Syndrome is a genetic disorder that can cause changes in a person’s ability to learn and causes alterations in behavior. It is caused by mutations in the FMR1 gene.
Mutations in ATP7B can cause copper dysregulation and Wilson’s disease. People carrying one copy of the mutation may also have subtle changes.
Genetic polymorphisms in COMT affect how we feel certain types of pain. These variants are linked to increased susceptibility to chronic pain disorders.
Malignant hyperthermia is a serious reaction to inhaled anesthetics caused by rare mutations in the RYR1 gene.