FAQ

Not a drop of blood is required. This is a simple, non-invasive mouth swab that takes about a minute to get done. Your Gene Team will post a kit directly to you wherever you are.

No. The test kit can be posted to you anywhere in the world, and a stamped, addressed envelope is provided for return post of your sample. Online appointments via Zoom can be conducted no matter where you are located.

: Depending on the laboratory, the turnaround time is approximately 2 weeks. Your unique profile is analysed via Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). This complex process extracts and micro-analyses your DNA. Your Gene Team practitioner will translate your results and then arrange an appointment to discuss inherent risks and make quantifiable recommendations.

The process starts with a comprehensive background history and food diary, completed online, prior to testing.

The feedback consultation takes approximately 1 hour, depending on the depth of information the client wants, or needs. This appointment will be booked in advance and completed online via Zoom or in person, where possible.

Alzheimer's Disease is a multi-factorial disease and even though you may be carrying a risk allele, it does not mean that you will definitely develop AD. Diet and lifestyle play a major role in AD prevention, along with exercise. Having said that, chronic disease is a complex process and there is no single determinant. Individuals who show no risk alleles may develop AD due to other complex processes involving inflammation and oxidative stress. Knowing your risks, will help you to make informed choices about your nutrition and lifestyle Your Gene Team helps identify markers for chronic disease risk and supports your new changes with nutritional and supplement recommendations.

Straight answer is it's up to you and your own behaviour modification. There is no magic bullet in any specific diet, BUT, the DNA Diet will help you to understand your own unique ability to metabolise and store fats and carbohydrates. There is no 'one size fits all' and no one SNP that can determine precisely what will 'make' you lose weight and maintain that loss. DNA Diet reveals predispositions to food choices and overeating as well as a risk for binge eating. Once you are armed with this personal information and recommendations, you assume responsibility for making conscious daily choices and changes. However, Your Gene Team will be there to support your journey and make changes when needed. Functional testing to assess biological areas such as cortisol levels, hormonal disorders or nutritional insufficiencies may also be necessary. Humans are a complex species.

NO!! Age may slow down many biological processes, but scientific evidence shows that diet and lifestyle has a huge impact on our current as well as, future health. We should all be aiming to live well, no matter what age we are. 70 is the new 50 and Eileen Noble completed the London Marathon at 84! Given the right environment, the human body has an amazing capacity to regenerate cells. Prevention is always better than cure, and personalised nutrition provides your body with the specific nutrients it requires for optimal health. Your genes are the same genes you were born with, but, food and environment have a major role to play in how it all pans out.

DNA testing requires a simple, non-invasive mouth swab, in a relaxed environment. In the case of children, sensitivity is required and it’s important not to alarm or panic either the child, young adult or the parents. Trained professionals are necessary to translate the tests and reports to the parents or guardians.

DNA Sport may help with children who demonstrate multiple skills but need to hone down their focus.

DNA MIND is highly beneficial when combined with a specialist psychologist or medical practitioner’s guidance.

In the case of familial breast or ovarian cancer, DNA OESTROGEN may prove beneficial in determining types of contraception and reducing risks to environmental toxins. Preventative measures are beneficial from the earliest stages if a familial risk presents itself.

We are all unique and there's no 'one size fits all'. Understanding your predisposition to certain chronic diseases empowers you with the knowledge to use nutrients to your best advantage. Some people require more antioxidants or minerals than others and some people should be eating way more broccoli or spinach than they currently eat. In some instances, food may not be the only strategy, gut health and biochemical deficiencies may require further attention and supplementation is often the answer, Knowledge is power, know your risks, know your requirements.