TRPV1 Gene: Receptor for Spicy Foods, Sensing Cold, and CBD Oil
Learn how the TRPV1 gene shapes your reaction to spicy foods, pain, temperature, neuroinflammation and CBD oil, plus see how your genetic variants may affect tolerance and health.
Dietary Sensitivities
BChE gene: Nightshade sensitivity, Anesthesia risk
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.
Very Long Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency (LCAD)
VLCAD deficiency causes the mitochondria to be unable to use long-chain fatty acids for energy production. This can result in hypoglycemia or mitochondrial dysfunction.
Oxalates: What Your Genes and Diet Say About Oxalate Health Issues
Green smoothies have been a health fad for quite a while now, but these health drinks can be a double-edged sword for some people due to their high oxalate content. Find out if you are genetically prone to kidney stones and what to do about it.
FADS1 and FADS2: Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids
We all vary in how well we convert the plant-based omega-3 oils into the DHA and EPA that our body needs. Some people are really poor at this conversion and thus should either eat more fish or consider taking a DHA / EPA supplement. Learn more about how your variants might affect your health.
Short-chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency
If you have tried fasting or perhaps a ketogenic diet and felt horrible, there could be a genetic reason. You might carry a genetic mutation that causes SCADD (short-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency).
Caffeine Sensitivity and Your Genes
Caffeine remains the most popular ‘drug’ of choice for a large percentage of the population. Genetics determines how quickly your body processes and eliminates caffeine and whether it is likely to make you jittery or anxious.