THE GENE GENIE
Do you look at Aladdin’s genie and wonder how such a huge and powerful genie fits in a small lamp? Your Genes are as powerful as the Genie if you knew how to use the information
INTRIGUED? To get an idea imagine this — A DNA strand is a long, thin molecule averaging only about two nanometers (or two billionths of a meter) in width. That is so thin, that a human hair is about 40,000 times as wide. If we unraveled the entire DNA in a human, it would stretch 10 billion miles. That would be the same as a return trip to Pluto.
Most of us know GENETICS from our general observation. When you observe the uncanny similarities between parents and children we do not act surprised. Eye colour , Height, Skin tone, and Hair are the few noticeable features that Genes transfer from parents to offspring. There are also the underlying bad traits like blood pressure, diabetes, allergies, obesity, etc that may be passed down. It is such a familiar topic yet so unfamiliar. The depth of knowledge hidden in one’s genes is still a science that’s continuously being explored. Genetics is the study of how different qualities, called traits, are passed down from parents to the child. Genetics helps explain what makes you unique, why family members look alike, and why some diseases run in families.
Movies and TV serials have used DNA science in numerous crime shows to nab the culprit. Have you wondered how this Link is created? — While each of us shares 99% of our DNA it is the 1% that differentiates us as unique. A lot has changed over the last few years when it comes to DNA testing. We can now test for more than 100 diseases before occurrence or even predict cancers before they develop. Researchers are using DNA testing to better target medication responses (Pharmacogenomics )for a variety of conditions, and as the field progresses you may find yourself wondering whether Genetic testing is right for you.
Here are some important facts for consideration as you navigate the fascinating world of genetic testing.
- For those looking to personalise Healthcare and Wellness
- For Athletes looking to maximize output
- For Kids ensuring essential nutrients
- To determine treatment options for a disease.
- To determine the best Weight loss / Weight gain regime
- To be more proactive about your health and immunity
Individual’s have become proactive in monitoring their health and wellness. Individual genetic testing has become increasingly popular over the past decade. These tests allow people to access information about genetic predispositions, response to lifestyle, environment, effects of specific medication and much more. Are you ready to discover your genetic traits ? What secrets will you find out and how will you use this information in your personal health regime.