MTHFR gene mutation symptoms
Do you have an MTHFR gene mutation? This common genetic variant affects up to 50 percent of the world’s population. MTHFR gene mutations can lead to low levels…
Regular sexual intimacy associated with longer telomeres
Scientists have long known that telomeres play a crucial role in health and aging. Telomeres are protective caps on the end of chromosomes that help protect against DNA…
Study: modern European genes may be better suited to vegetarian diet
A recent study published in the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution shows how dietary changes since the Agricultural Revolution have led to genetic adaptations among European populations. The…
Is your body sensitive to dietary fat?
Not everyone responds to food the same way. A growing body of research indicates that eating a diet suited to your individual genetics is the best approach for…
The MTHFR gene and cardiovascular health
Cardiovascular disease is a complicated condition with numerous risk factors, some of which are related to diet and lifestyle, and some of which are genetic. One such genetic…
How your genetics influence emotional eating
Emotional eating affects about 40 percent of all people, with women being more susceptible than men. Emotional eating refers to eating to satisfy emotional needs, rather than as…
How DNA damage contributes to aging
You might think of your DNA as something that never changes, but actually, our DNA is subject to constant damaging events from our environment and other factors. It’s…
Gene linked to obesity becoming more of a problem
Although scientists have discovered more than 50 genes that influence weight, one appears to be chief among them: the fat mass and obesity-associated gene, also known as the…
Exercise can reduce a genetic risk of obesity
Your individual genetics can affect your weight in multiple ways. Some people are predisposed to gain weight despite eating a healthy diet and maintaining healthy habits. They may…
How your genes affect your food preferences
We all have our favorite foods, and many of us have certain foods that we absolutely won’t touch. Maybe you have to have dessert at every meal, but…