Vitamin D Receptor (VDR): An Introduction The Vitamin D receptor (VDR) gene is associated with the synthesis of Vitamin D receptor, a cell membrane receptor that binds to vitamin D. Specific alleles of this gene are known to either increase or decrease the sensitivity of the body to the effects of Vitamin D. This receptor […]
The Beta Carotene Oxygenase 1 (BCMO1) gene is associated with the synthesis of beta carotene oxygenase 1, an enzyme that converts precursor vitamin A into active retinol. People with certain variants of the gene are associated with nearly 60% reduction in enzyme activity. The active form of vitamin A is required by the photoreceptors of […]
The Solute Carrier Family 23 Member 1 (SLC23A1) gene is associated with the synthesis of Solute Carrier Family 23 Member 1(SLC23A1) protein, a transporter which is found to be associated with the absorption of vitamin C and distribution to the rest of the body. Most mammals synthesize ascorbic acid (vitamin C) on their own, however, […]
With growing popularity of genetic testing, many individuals naturally ask, what kind of DNA testing is right for me? The answer to that is driven by your immediate and long-term needs, interests and budget. The following gives you an overview of different DNA testing methods, features, limitations, and costs. Type of assay Details Examples No. […]
If you have seen a baby formula pack, it highlights in bold that the formula is fortified with EPA and DHA and that it’s good for brain development. The long chain Omega fatty acids, EPA and DHA are essential to humans for brain development, controlling inflammation and immune system performance. People who are non-vegetarians acquire […]
You had been wondering about your friends who could eat all the starchy carbohydrates and not put on an ounce of weight. Well, you were not the only one thinking about that. Quite a few scientists were trying to find an answer to why not everyone puts on equal amounts of weight on equal amounts […]
Tracy is a 40-year-old African American who is an aerobics instructor, a mother of two and a college student pursuing a degree in business. She looks like any other normal person, except that she is not normal. Not normal in the sense of her LDL cholesterol levels. Her LDL cholesterol is 14, where as the […]
...without having to worry about your triglycerides Yes, you read that right, the absence of a gene allows you to consume large quantities of fats without having to worry about your triglycerides levels. Scientists have long known the effects of Apolipoproteins (APO) in human fat transport and utilization. When present, ApoC-III that limits the body’s […]
You may have prescribed to various diets plans to lose weight fast, or another “best weight loss diet” or a “quick weight loss” scheme etc. But if you are reading this article, chances are that you have figured out by now, that those are nothing more than “quick” marketing schemes and whether you lost weight […]
