Nutrigenomics & the Path to Personalized Diet
Our ancestors and the generations before them had a thorough understanding of human health and the relationship between diet and genes. This is where nutrigenomics comes into the picture — concerned with the application of biology on the relationship between genes and nutrients. Nutrigenomics helps to customise your diet according to your genetic material (DNA).
What Nutrigenomics Can Tell You
Food reactions — how your body reacts to the foods you eat, and the risk of adverse reactions
Eating behaviour — what foods make you feel full, what cravings you’re prone to, and what foods you may be averse to
Metabolic factors — how your diet affects blood sugar levels and cholesterol levels, and your risk of lifestyle-related diseases
Nutrient requirements — what vitamins and minerals you need in your foods
Why It Matters
The food and nutrients we consume regularly give our body energy and vitality. Your genetic makeup, heart-lung function, and metabolism are unique to your individual personality. Your DNA creates a unique and ideal diet plan, specific to the foods you should eat. Nutrigenomics fights the prevention of “lifestyle-related diseases” by helping you understand which foods are right for you based on your genetic profile, as well as your health and weight management goals.
Eat Right for Your Genes
Genomepatri by MapmyGenome covers nutrition, metabolism, food sensitivities, and 100+ health traits. Mininutrigene offers a dedicated nutrigenomics profile. Both include certified genetic counselling to help you build a personalised diet plan that works with your biology.
