Genetic testing for fitness Genetic testing for fitness allows individuals to collect data about genetic variants that are linked to traits relating to how their body responds to exercise. Testing provides insight into your overall fitness, the potential for strength, nutrition, and metabolism. So, what genetic traits are analyzed? There are 4 main categories connected to increasing training performance which include: mental & physical characteristics, response to the type of training and exercise, how your body utilizes fuel and how it recovers and responds to injury. These categories inc ..read more

DNA Testing for Weight Loss How does DNA testing for weight loss help you lose weight? With all the fad diets and methods circulating right now, it’s hard to know which one actually helps you lose weight. The answer to that question is that there is NO one diet that does that. We are all unique and the way we lose weight will be very different from individual to individual. The first thing that you need to find out is what genetic traits that were passed down to you and what variants in those traits do you possess that make it harder or easier to lose weight. First, we need to look at one main ..read more

Are you seeing results in the gym? If not, some of the first changes you make are to your diet, type of exercise you do, the amount of time doing these exercises, etc. But what about the things you can’t change. Your genetics fall into this category. This doesn’t mean you can’t change the way your genes are expressed; it just means there are certain things you were born with that might make some things a bit harder. You can make the most of the power of your genetic code by understanding what your body needs. We each are given a good and bad genetic bit we can always make the most out of what ..read more

DNA Testing for Fitness & Nutrition DNA Testing for Fitness & Nutrition is both very widespread and controversial right now. From testing for ancestry to inherited diseases to paternity DNA testing, exploring your genetic code has become something almost everyone you know is trying. DNA does not change and paints a picture that can help uncover crimes committed as well as arm patients with vital information about their health or inherited risk. So, what is the best paternity test kit or the best fitness and nutrition test kit out there? The most recent to the surface is new DNA testin ..read more

Understanding the difference between an intolerance and an allergy is a very hot topic right now. A food “intolerance” or “sensitivity” is when the body reacts in a negative way when exposed to certain food or environmental items. This should not be confused with an allergy, which are mainly hereditary and come on quickly with a more severe reaction. For example, if you experience congestion or have sinus problems at certain times of the year or have itchiness or digestive issues following the consumption of certain foods, then you may have an allergy. If you feel fuzzy headed and lethargic la ..read more

Your genetic predisposition plays a role in how you exercise and how you recover.  There are genes being studied that are linked to 4 major categories such as mental & physical foundation; fuel utilization, training response; recovery & risk for injury. Some of these categories have a direct correlation to cardiovascular health as well as overall strength and what types of exercise suit your genotype for optimum performance. Some are related to how to optimize your performance in regard to what macronutrients you fuel your body with, how you recover and how you manage your risk for inj ..read more

The answer is yes but knowledge is power and it’s just part of the equation. Scientists can now identify many different traits embedded in our DNA that influence the way we age all the way down to a cellular level. Traits such as sun sensitivity, sleep duration and systemic inflammation play a huge role in not only how long we live (our longevity) but how healthy we live. Health span is the new life span and it should be. We are warned about the damaging effects of the sun but then on the other hand, we hear that we need sunlight so that we get enough vitamin D because it’s paramount for optim ..read more

Did you know that your genotype can give valuable information on certain key genes that are related to micronutrient (vitamins and minerals) tendencies? New research shows that variants in your genes are linked to how your body absorbs key vitamins and nutrients. This includes all the B vitamins, E, A, C, D, iron, choline, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc and many more. Knowing how you process nutrients is very important in creating a customized nutrition plan whether your trying to lose weight, gain muscle, have more energy or just feel better overall. The fascinating field of Nutrigenomi ..read more

Scientific research shows that genetics play a role in the way we gain and lose weight. Behavior and level of physical activity also play a role in how those genes are expressed. There are 6 main genes that have been shown to be statistically significant in their link to a person’s ability to lose weight and maintain it. There are several genetic variations linked to traits such as weight loss tendency, overweight risk, metabolism, weight regain and satiety. These variations (SNP’s) show predisposition for being overweight, difficulty losing weight, keeping it off and feeling full. Our weight ..read more