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Certain mutations in specific genes can lead to increased risk for Breast Cancer
There have been specific genes identified which can increase the risk of high estrogen levels which could ultimately lead to a higher risk factor for certain cancers.
Editor of Finesse Magazine’s Gene-Immune Test Experience
Venessa Schoeman, editor of Finesse Voelgoed magazine and qualified dietician, recently did our Gene-Immune test. The Gene-Immune test is designed to empower you to support your immune system, by understanding your genetic make-up that relates to this essential aspect...
Can Caffeine Affect Your Genes?
Caffeine is a very popular, widely used stimulant that is often associated with a morning cup of coffee that provides you with a boost to start your day; however, coffee is not the only consumable that contains caffeine. Caffeine is present in teas, cocoa, many soft...
Circadian Rhythms and Sleep Disorders
Circadian rhythms are 24-hour cycles that control certain mental and physical functions within the body. They can be described as what we perceive as daily habits and can include the times we eat, digest food, sleep, and more. Circadian rhythms are affected by certain...
Is Addiction Genetic?
Addiction, contrary to popular belief, is a disease and not a lack of willpower. As a chronic disease, addiction causes the affected individual to regularly participate in, and make use of addictive substances, even when the outcome is destructive. Substances can...
Genetic Allergies: Can You Inherit Certain Allergies?
Everyone is either allergic to something or knows someone who suffers from allergies. Some allergies can be life-threatening (such as a severe peanut allergy), and others are fairly harmless, evoking symptoms such as sneezing, a runny nose, and mild itching. What...