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Do genes determine
what we like to eat? That’s a good question. Right now
research is being done to examine the interaction of genes
and our diets, but the results aren’t ready for public
consumption yet. Although, to me it seems pretty apparent
that certain people have higher tolerances for certain things.
Like, my friend Dizzy for example. She can drink five cups
of coffee in a row and not feel much of anything (other than
the burning need to run to the washroom); but if I have any
coffee at all, I get all hyper and buzz around like an idiot, running into kitchen counters and bonking my head. No more
coffee for me…
I’ve heard
that there are companies out there that will test your DNA
to do a personalized diet plan just for you…but the
scientific information isn’t really available yet, so
most “personal DNA diets” come back recommending
that you eat more fruits and veggies, and get more exercise
(of course, I could of told you that, and you wouldn’t
even have to pay me a fee!).
There is something
that seems to be dictated by your genes when it comes to diet,
though: if you’re allergic to something and you have
a violent reaction to it (which is at least partially determined
by your genes), it seems reasonable that you won’t like
the food anymore.
Wanna learn more?
Take a look at the article
on personalized genetic diet testing.
And don't forget
to check out the glossary definition of Nutrigenomics
March 2009
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