Dr. Anusha Sunder*

Doctorate in Life Science/Human Nutrition, Accredited Certification in Nutrigenetics; Lead Scientist and Nutrigenetic Expert, Xcode Life Sciences, Pvt. Ltd. Chennai, India

*Corresponding Author: Dr. Anusha Sunder, Doctorate in Life Science/Human Nutrition, Accredited Certification in Nutrigenetics; Lead Scientist and Nutrigenetic Expert, Xcode Life Sciences, Pvt. Ltd. Chennai, India.

Received: April 29, 2024; Published: June 04, 2024

Abstract

The greatest wealth that one can ever earn is good health! In the recent years, one of the best aspects of health care reform is that it has started to emphasize on prevention, especially through lifestyle interventions. Gene-nutrient interactions epitomize the synergy of genetics and lifestyle in deciding health outcomes. ‘One size fits all’ approach to lifestyle recommendations leaves a gap which stands miles away from best desirable results for an individual. Hence, the need of the hour is a personalized health care approach focusing on gene-based lifestyle modifications. Personalized healthcare approach innovatively defines disease prevention through the indulgence of nutrigenetics. Nutrigenetics, a field of Life Science identifies an individual’s genetic susceptibility to diseases and emphasizes the vital role of genetic variation in affecting nutrient intake. The effect of dietary factors on health status has been recognized since antiquity. Food and its components directly or indirectly influence gene expression. Genetic predispositions in turn dictate unique dietary needs and requirements. A small genetic change, or variation, that occurs within the DNA sequence can have an impact on nutrient metabolism. Genetic information in relation to a nutrient metabolism has relevance to health conditions [1-8].

 Keywords: Nutrigenetics; Genetic Predisposition; Gene-Nutrient Interaction; Genetic Make-Up; Genetic Expression

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Citation

Citation: Dr. Anusha Sunder. “Do Genes Dictate Our Nutrient Needs?”.Acta Scientific Medical Sciences 8.7 (2024): 17-22.

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