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THE STAR - There's more to healthy eating than just eating your greens – a new DNA test can help you pinpoint the type of fruits and vegetables that may just have better chemistry with your genes. The test is based on nutrigenomics , a branch of science that studies how diet and nutrition influences our genetic make-up. Despite our physical differences, all human beings are 99.9% genetically identical. It is the remaining 0.1% where changes in the inherited genetic variants may occur. In essence, you are what you eat. But whether drinking coffee is good or bad depends on your genes. Knowing for sure whether your body is poorer at metabolising certain substances, like caffeine or nicotine, means that you can now do something about preventing that disease that may come a-calling in the future, especially if you are predisposed to certain health risks. And it’s not just about eliminating the junk like high-fat foods and alcohol. For some people, having that extra serving...

NST - You and your friend have been on the same diet for months. While she is losing weight, you are putting on the kilos despite following every step consistently. It turns out that your genes are the determinant factor. Two people can be on the same diet but due to their genetic makeup, their bodies will respond differently. In 2003, the Human Genome Project identified between 20,000 and 25,000 genes and determined the sequence of the three billion chemical base pairs of the human genome. Of these base pairs, 97 to 99 per cent is identical among any two given individuals. Which means, the fundamental processes of food metabolism in every human body are largely the same. However, the one to three per cent genome difference in some people makes them respond differently to the different types of food. In recent years, researchers are looking into nutrigenomics , a study on how genes and nutrients interact at the molecular level. The study revealed that a person’s genetic make-...

Is it time for a check-up? Which is the best health screening test to get in Singapore? There are many private companies and hospitals in Singapore promoting health screening packages in Singapore. It's also clear from browsing around forums and popular healthcare marketing sites that there is a lot of myths and misinformation being spread. Researching online is not as simple as one might think as misinformation could lead you to be scammed by health scams or you could end up with an unnecessary procedure.  Which tests you need depends on your age, your sex, your family history, and whether you have risk factors for certain diseases. Therefore, it's not as simple as doing some online research and choose the health screening package yourself. You should visit your family doctor or a medical doctor who knows you best to decide on the best health screening package for you. We have compiled a list of health screening packages offered by hospitals in Singapore th...

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