Does our genes have a role to play in compulsory overeating?
Lot of us end up eating more than our body requires due to our inclination towards specific foods- Some people are fond of sweets while …
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Overeating trait
We have discussed about serotonin in our previous blogs. Serotonin is a key neurotransmitter in the brain that regulates food intake & feeling of satiety. …
Do genes have an impact on insulin resistance?
We have discussed insulin resistance & sensitivity in our previous blog. Briefly, Insulin is a hormone made in pancreas used to regulate blood sugar levels …
Carbohydrate Sensitivity
Have you ever wondered why some people don’t gain even a single pound after consuming so many bananas & rice, but you seem to gain …
Genetic Impact on your Caffeine Consumption
A warm cup of coffee is a part of daily routine for most people across the world. As daylight saving fights with our sleeping patterns, …
Oxidative stress & Genes: Are they interrelated?
During many processes throughout the body, tiny molecules called free radicals are naturally produced that collide & react with other molecules & change their properties. …
Can you inherit Gluten Intolerance?
We have discussed gluten in our earlier blog. Before discussing whether gluten intolerance is a result of our genes or not, let us discuss briefly …
Types of Genes
Over the last 1 month, we have been writing content on genomics & the role it plays in our overall fitness. Today, we are going …
Are you genetically predisposed to Histamine?
Histamines are chemicals our immune system makes & helps our body get rid of something bothering us: allergy or allergens. Histamines start the process that …
The Physiology of Movement (Part 1)
Physical exercise comes in a number of forms & shapes. However, every form involves movement of muscles. How do your muscles work? How are your …