Genetic Weight Management

The Study

Overweight/obese pre-menopausal women participated in a one-year weight loss study comparing four weight loss diets: very low carbohydrate, low carbohydrate/high protein, low fat and very low fat. Beginning in 2008, participants who completed the trial were invited by e-mail and postal mail to provide DNA samples by a simple cheek swab. Of those participants, 145 responded. Genotyping was accomplished in 101 Caucasian participants who were categorized using the Genetics Weight Management Genetic Test into three pre-determined composite genotype patterns of individuals who are more likely to respond to calorie reduction diets that are: a) low fat, b) low carbohydrate, or c) balanced in macronutrients. The primary endpoint analysis compared weight loss for women who were on a diet that was consistent with their genotype category to those individuals on diets not suitable for their genetic pattern.

The Findings

The Conclusion

Individuals on a diet identified as appropriate to their genotype by the Weight Management Genetic Test lost over 2.5 times as much weight than individuals on diets that were not appropriate.

The role of genetics in health has been scientifically established, ushering in a new understanding of the impact of genes on weight. For the past three years, noted researchers from academia and industry have worked with a team of scientists to develop a practical, science-based product that provides dietitians, nutritionists and healthcare professionals with customized, actionable genetic insight. By identifying your specific genotype, diet and exercise results can be optimized. Individuals respond measurably better to diet and exercise plans matched to their specific genotypes.

Read more about the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and how it protects you.

Further Reading

• Read about the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and how it protects you.
• Read about genetic variations testing and evidence.
• Read about weight management genetic testing.

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