Carbohydrates: Can Your DNA Affect Your Carb Sensitivity?
Carbohydrates. We consume it every day from bread, rice, noodles etc. But do you know how your DNA affect your body’s consumption of carbohydrates?
Make The Right Choices After DNA Testing
If you are informed about your health risks, you can make the right choices to prevent it from progressing further. How could DNA testing help with that?
5 Healthy Habits For Long Term Health Benefits
We want to live healthier and longer, so let’s dive into the top 5 must-have habits for a healthier lifestyle!
7 Small But Powerful New Years Resolutions For 2019
Think small and set achievable goals for a more sustainable way to sticking to your resolutions, here are 7 ideas for a healthier 2019!
All About Gout – What Is It, Symptoms and Genetics
The first symptom of gout is usually pain and swelling in the big toe. Find out what is gout, its symptoms and how your genes may play a role.
Fatty Liver Disease, Too Much Fat In Your Liver!
Fatty liver disease refers to the accumulation of fat in the liver. Having a small amounts of fat in your liver is normal, however too much fat in your liver can lead to long term liver damage.
Genetics and Age-related Macular Degeneration
What is Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an acquired disease of the macula characterized by progressive visual impairment because of late-onset neurodegeneration of the photoreceptor-retinal pigment epithelial complex. AMD is a disease of the retina which accounts for 8.7% of blindness worldwide and is the leading cause of visual impairment in […]
How Does Our DNA Contribute To Diabetes
In the previous post, we explored how our genes could influence the risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease. Did you know that there are many other diseases and conditions that are affected by our DNA as well? What is Diabetes Diabetes occurs when your system is not able to transport glucose out of the blood stream […]
Genetics and Alzheimer’s Disease
Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to have Alzheimer’s disease? Have you ever been in a situation when the teacher called out to you to answer a question, but you don’t have an answer? Do you remember that feeling of shame and embarrassment? Now imagine feeling constantly frustrated and embarrassed for forgetting […]
Introduction to Genetics and DNA
Recently, we spoke to Dr Ng Zhi Xiang about how our genes may be responsible for certain diseases. With more than 10 years of experience in research, Dr Ng is an expert in linking genetics to diseases. From our conversation with Dr Ng, it seems obvious that genetics are indeed responsible for many of the […]