Advancements in Personalized Nutrition: Exploring the Science of Genetic Testing
In this article, we will cover the exciting new world of personalised nutrition where nutrition planning is based on science, specifically on genetic profile. Due to the revolution in genetics testing at molecular level, it has become easy to align nutrition with genomics. Now you are going to learn how this changing technology has become one of the greatest revolutions in human health and nutrition. By the end of this article, you should have a good understanding of the science behind the changing world of personalised nutrition. Understanding Personalized Nutrition Definition and Introduction to Personalized Nutrition Simply put, personalised nutrition is a practice that tailors nutritional advice and dietary guides to an individual’s unique genetic make-up. Though all humans are comprised of the same nutrients and gut microbiota, we do not respond to them in the same way, largely due to quantitative and qualitative genetic differences, such as metabolism, nutrient sensing, abs...