Tracking appearance and health through genes
Every person is different. It starts with the subject of body, nutrition, skin and appearance. Some can eat as much as they want without gaining weight, others contract no dairy (lactose), and have other skin problems.
Using DNA tests, one should be able to expect in the future why this is so that one can adjust one’s diet, weight loss strategies and skin care accordingly. But how does a DNA analysis actually work?
We will present our experiences as two test subjects in the field of health, sports, weight loss and beauty in a new series and our blog for you!
What is nutrigenetics?
die nutrigenetics Change the interaction between genes and diet. The main aim is to elucidate the connections between genetic disposition, the reaction to food and the occurrence of diseases.
The aim is to reduce the risk of disease with an individual nutrition plan and the best foods, according to the researchers. nutrigenetics consists of the terms “nutrition” and “genetics”.
Today we start with two topics that are significantly influenced by genetics: body weight and skin aging
There is a lot of information in our DNA that can help our health, with efficient weight loss or with beauty care. Since 2019, the Althammer family has been providing preferred DNA analyzes and matching dietary supplements and care products for a healthier, more beautiful life.
One of the most studied areas is body weight. We all know people who can eat whatever they want and not notice a difference on the scales. Others practically only have to look at the food and already take it. Genetic predisposition also clearly plays a role. Low-carb, low-fat, keto, intermittent fasting or would you prefer more exercise? Something different applies to everyone. With the knowledge of your own DNA, you can choose the optimal strategy to ease the way to a feel-good weight.
In addition to body weight, skin aging also depends very much on genetics. In fact, around 20 different gene variations that affect our skin are already known. An analysis of the gene variations responsible for this can also help to identify personal strengths and weaknesses and in this way to do something to counter skin aging. Among other things, the collagen degradation, collagen production, UV protection and moisture of the skin, as well as the influence of oxidative stress are examined. In addition, the effect of Q10, the individual selenium requirement and any inflammatory reactions caused by it and the biological age WILL be checked. Based on these results, personalized cosmetic products with individual micronutrient mixtures can then be put together and thus specifically address the individual strengths and weaknesses of each individual. The cosmetics are manufactured directly on site in Eugendorf – in the ISO-certified partner laboratory of DNA for ME. Around 1,000 square meters are available there, where high-quality raw materials are transformed into personalized cosmetics using the latest technologies.
However, since some micronutrients cannot be absorbed through the skin, it makes sense to supply them to the body in the form of personalized food supplements – also “from the inside”. Each customer has their own daily recipe consisting of up to 22 vitamins, minerals and trace elements that are precisely tailored to their individual needs according to their DNA and current skin condition. Just like the cosmetic products, MY Daily Dose is produced in Eugendorf according to the strictest raw material and quality standards. In addition, the innovative production in the form of alleged microtransporters has many advantages – the small beads prevent mutual inhibition of the same micronutrients, enable the recipe to be personalized down to the microgram and ensure a continuous supply throughout the day.
Project Rare Diseases Salzburg
We will share our experiences as two test subjects in the field of health, sports, weight loss and beauty in a new series (“DNA for ME“) and our blog for you!
And in cooperation with Vita Club Salzburg for the sporting part.
“On the trail of health through genes”.