Food Allergy VS Food Intolerances
Same source, different cause. Food allergy and food intolerance are both linked to how our body reacts to certain food. However, they are not the same and these two terms are often confused with each other. Is it an allergy or intolerance? What is food allergy? Food allergy is the body’s immune reaction to certain […]
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?
Top 5 Fun Areas You Can Improve With Genomics
How can you improve your lifestyle even more? With genomics, of course! Eat better, exercise better, live better, find out how with this article.
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 […]