Join Here   |   Log In

Snips about SNPs: Digesting Carbs

Amylase is the enzyme used in the first step of breaking down carbohydrates for fuel. Not everyone produces the same amount of amylase. Some people are champs at breaking down carbs. Other people may need to take it a little bit easier on the amount of carbs they eat at one time.

If you have 23andMe version 4 (prior to Aug. 2017) data, you can check to see if you are likely to have high or low amylase activity.

Members: See your data below

Log in and select your data file Not a member? Join now.

Check your genetic data for rs11185098 (23andMe v4 only):

  • A/A: higher amylase activity
  • A/G: intermediate amylase activity
  • G/G: lower amylase activity

Members: Your genotype for rs11185098 is .

Want more details? Check out the full article on digesting carbs.

*SNP stands for Single Nucleotide Polymorphism, which is when one of the nucleotide bases (the A, C, G, or Ts) is replaced by a different nucleotide base in a gene. 

Want to know more about your genes? Read through all the Snips about SNPs

 


Related Articles and Topics:

What can you do with your 23andMe or AncestryDNA raw data?
Resources for using your raw genetic data file from 23andMe or AncestryDNA

Genetics on Reddit
Best places to learn more about current genetics research and 23andMe on Reddit

Mast cells: MCAS, genetics, and solutions
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, or MCAS, is a recently recognized disease involving mast cells that misbehave in various ways. Symptoms of MCAS can include abdominal pain, nausea, itching, flushing, hives, headaches, heart palpitations, anxiety, brain fog, and anaphylaxis. Dive into the research on mast cells, genetics, and solutions.

Histamine Intolerance
Chronic headaches, sinus drainage, itchy hives, problems staying asleep, and heartburn — all of these symptoms can be caused by the body not breaking down histamine very well. Your genetic variants could be causing you to be more sensitive to foods high in histamine. Check your genetic data to see if this could be at the root of your symptoms.


About the Author:
Debbie Moon is the founder of Genetic Lifehacks. Fascinated by the connections between genes, diet, and health, her goal is to help you understand how to apply genetics to your diet and lifestyle decisions. Debbie has a BS in engineering from Colorado School of Mines and an MSc in biological sciences from Clemson University. Debbie combines an engineering mindset with a biological systems approach to help you understand how genetic differences impact your optimal health.