help you interpret it. When I look at an individual’s genes, I look at over 300 SNPs that interact with each in complex ways. It is certainly possible to learn the information yourself, but for the average person, its a greater time investment than most want to commit to. I’ve purposely left much of the hard scientific details out of this report, but know that the full scope of nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics is quite vast and complicated. There are some fantastic resources out there for you to research on your own, but experts agree that having a guide is essential to getting the most out of this information.
Imagine a world where as soon as you were born, your parents could understand exactly what diet would support optimal health. While it might seem like science fiction, we are closer to that than you might think. The application of nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics holds great promise for the future, and its already here today. Eating for your genes has been practiced by traditional cultures for millennia. Now, we have the scientific tools to quantify these practices and deepen our understanding of how it works. If you’re ready to upgrade yourself at the genetic level and pass on your health to future generations, gaining the knowledge is the first step.
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