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3 questions answered by our DNA test
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How do my genes affect what I should eat?
Gene variations can mean that the same food nutrients have different effects on different people. With our test, you’ll get concrete advice on how you can adapt your diet based on your genes.
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What kind of exercise best suits my genetic makeup?
Gene variations can lead us to perform differently in different exercise contexts. In addition, the same training can create different results for different people. Our test results come with specific advice for how to optimize your exercise routine based on your genes.
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How do my genes affect my stress levels and sleep needs?
With our test, you’ll find out if you’re prone to a rapid breakdown of dopamine (the COMT gene), which affects the brain’s reward system and your stress tolerance. We also measure your predisposition to breakdown of the ADA enzyme, which affects how deeply you sleep and how you’re affected by a poor night of sleep.
3 questions answered
by our DNA test
1
How do my genes affect what I should eat?
Gene variations can mean that the same food nutrients have different effects on different people. With our test, you’ll get concrete advice on how you can adapt your diet based on your genes.
2
What kind of exercise best suits my genetic makeup?
Gene variations can lead us to perform differently in different exercise contexts. In addition, the same training can create different results for different people. Our test results come with specific advice for how to optimize your exercise routine based on your genes.
3
How do my genes affect my stress levels and sleep needs?
With our test, you’ll find out if you’re prone to a rapid breakdown of dopamine (the COMT gene), which affects the brain’s reward system and your stress tolerance. We also measure your predisposition to breakdown of the ADA enzyme, which affects how deeply you sleep and how you’re affected by a poor night of sleep.
Advantages of Body.DNA
Better training through genetic knowledge
Many weight loss and health programs are based on standardized goals. But our individual genetic variations affect how our bodies respond to exercise — what comes easily to one person might be difficult for another. Our test enables you to understand your genetic predispositions and lean into what works best for you.
Choose the best diet for your DNA
Whether you want to change your weight, become physically stronger, or feel more energetic, you should first find out how your body responds to different types of nutrition. With more knowledge about your genes, you can be more efficient with your exercise, with less trial and error and more enjoyment on your path to your goals.
Comprehensive customized report based on your DNA
Our DNA test gives you insight into the ways in which 16 different genes affect your life. In your 30-page customized report, you’ll learn more about your body and deep details about your own DNA as it relates to your diet, exercise, sleep needs, and tolerance for stress.
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Discover some of the keys to a healthy life in your genes. Our DNA test gives you insight — with 98.1% accuracy — into how your body reacts to different foods and forms of exercise. The results can unlock important knowledge and help you reach your health goals.
Discover some of the keys to a healthy life in your genes. Our DNA test gives you insight — with 98.1% accuracy — into how your body reacts to different foods and forms of exercise. The results can unlock important knowledge and help you reach your health goals.
What you can expect
How your body reacts to fats and carbohydrates
Additional insights in our 25-page report on your genetic make-up
How your body deals with stress and sleep
The result is 98.1% certain
What types of exercise suit your body best
Delivery within 2-3 working days
How caffeine affects your body
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BODY consists of two parts - NUTRITION and TRAINING
Our unique DNA test BODY consists of two parts – NUTRITION and TRAINING. You can choose to either purchase the entire BODY test or one of the two parts if you want to focus specifically on diet or exercise. Read more about what the different parts include below.
NUTRITION - focus on diet and genes
A healthy diet is a crucial component of living a healthy life. Different genetic variations can cause the same nutrient in food to have different effects on different individuals. The foundation of an optimal diet is to tailor it to your unique needs. Many genes are linked to our diet and influence metabolism. This test analyzes some of the main genes currently known to affect the interaction between diet and the body. You receive specific advice on how to adapt your diet and lifestyle based on 11 different genes. In the NUTRITION section of the test, the following categories are examined:
Fats
Carbohydrates
Antioxidants
Caffeine
Stress and sleep
TRAINING - focus on exercise and genes
Physical activity is an essential part of living a healthy life. Genetic variations can lead to differences in how well we perform in various training contexts, and the effect of the same exercise can vary between individuals. The foundation of optimal training is to tailor it to your unique needs. Many genes are linked to our exercise performance and its effects. This test analyzes some of the primary genes currently known to influence the interaction between exercise and the body. You receive specific advice on how to adjust your exercise and lifestyle based on 10 different genes.
In the TRAINING section of the test, the following categories are examined:
Bodyweight
Strength and endurance
Antioxidant protection
Caffeine
Recovery
You will receive answers to questions like:
Do you have explosive or enduring muscles?
What type of exercise does your body respond best to?
How quickly do you recover after exercise?
How does your body react to caffeine?
How it works
Take the test
The self-sampling kit is sent to your home in an envelope. You take the test by rubbing the inside of your cheek.
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Send the sample back
Activate the test first on our website. Then follow the instructions and take the test yourself, when it suits you. Save the anonymous analysis code and send the sample back for free with our envelope.
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Collect your results
The sample is analyzed, our quality-assured lab analyzes your sample using a well-established technique.
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What does the test measure?
Our methodology
Our lab in Linköping, Sweden is one of the country’s leading labs, performing and analyzing thousands of tests every week. We use a proven PCR method to detect genetic predispositions in the following categories: Fats, Carbohydrates, Antioxidant Protection, Caffeine, Stress, Sleep, Recovery, Strength, Endurance, and Body Weight.
What we analyze
Our method detects 16 genomic variants and analyzes the following genes: APOA5, FABP2, PPARG, TCF7L2, KCD10, NQO1, SOD2, GSTP1, CYP1A2, FTO, ACTN3, ACE, ADRB2, TNF, COMT, and ADA. Read more about respective gene analysis in questions and answers below.
Q&A
How do I activate my test?
Take out the test tube.
Tear off the activation label along the perforation.
Scan the QR code on the activation label or enter the analysis code at www.dynamiccode.com.
Follow the instructions.
Important! Keep the activation label until you have received your test results. It contains information that will enable you to access your results.
Why do I need to activate my test?
You need to activate your test at the time of sampling so we can validate it in our system. Each sampling kit has a corresponding activation slip attached to the test tube with an analysis code and QR code. If we receive your sample and it’s not activated, we cannot analyze it.
Is my DNA and my data stored?
All of our self-sampling kits are completely anonymous as the sample is linked to only an anonymized analysis code. All DNA we analyze is stored for two weeks in case we need to redo your analysis. After that time, it is discarded. The anonymized results data is stored in our internal system for 24 months. We never use the data for anything other than the current sample analysis.
How long does it take to get my test results?
You will receive your results electronically within 10 business days after your sample has arrived at our laboratory.
How does the FTO gene affect the risk of obesity?
The FTO gene is the most important genetic risk factor for developing obesity in childhood. The gene affects energy balance by controlling our sense of hunger and therefore what and how much we eat. Some people have a variant of the gene that makes it hard for them to feel full - even though they've eaten more than enough. This increases the risk of obesity and becoming overweight, especially when physical activity levels are low. In addition to overeating, these people also tend to prefer foods and snacks that are high in fat and sweet. Emotional problems may also lead to them eating more.
How does the ADRB2 gene influence my exercise performance?
The ADRB2 gene affects how adrenaline is bound in the heart, lungs and blood vessels. This means that the gene affects how much blood is pumped out (cardiac output) and how we breathe, which has an effect on the oxygenation of muscles during exercise. Different variants of the gene produce differences in endurance and maximum oxygen uptake capacity (VO2 max). A particular variant of the gene has been found to be more common in endurance athletes and is linked to lower blood pressure and faster lung recovery after exercise. Another gene variant produces higher blood pressure and more blood that is pumped with each heartbeat (stroke volume) and has a positive effect during high-intensity exercise for a shorter period of time. This gene variant is more common in sprint and power athletes.
How does the ACTN3 gene affect my athletic performance?
ACTN3 is one of the genes most studied for exercise performance. This gene is responsible for the production of the protein alpha-actinin-3, which is mainly found in fast, ’white’ muscle fibres (mainly in Type 2B fibres but also about 50% in Type 2A) and is linked to stronger muscles, more fast muscle fibres and a reduced risk of injury during exercise. If you have lower levels of the protein, you have a lower number of fast muscle fibres and instead you have more of the slow, ‘red’ muscle fibres (Type 1 fibres). Slow muscle fibres can stay active for a longer time than the fast ones because they are better at using oxygen. But they are three to five times slower at generating force than the fast ‘white’ muscle fibres and are therefore not as explosive. About 45% of the ratio of fast to slow muscle fibres in your body is determined by your genes. However, with exercise, muscle fibres can be changed from fast to slow or vice versa. People with the C/C gene variant produce a maximum amount of protein, resulting in a high proportion of fast, ‘white’ muscle fibres. This gene variant is common in athletes who rely on strength or speed, such as sprinters. People with the T/T gene variant completely lack formation of the protein, which reduces the proportion of fast ‘white’ muscle fibres and increases the proportion of slow ‘red’ muscle fibres. This gene variant is more common among endurance athletes, such as cyclists and long-distance runners. People with the C/T gene variant produce about 50 percent protein and are therefore equally predisposed to both fast and slow muscle fibres.
How does the GSTP1 enzyme impact my VO2 max?
There is a group of enzymes in the body called GST. They play an important role in the detoxification of various harmful substances, either from our living environment (carcinogens, pollutants, insecticides, heavy metals etc.) or from within our body (oxidative stress). One of the enzymes in this group is GSTP1, which is controlled by a gene of the same name. Certain variants of this gene produce different activity of the enzyme, which affects the maximum oxygen uptake capacity (VO2 max) during aerobic exercise, i.e. exercise that does not result in oxygen deficiency or lactic acidosis. This means that people with a particular gene variant are predisposed to better endurance performance than others.
How does the ACE gene affect my endurance training?
The enzyme ACE is part of a hormonal system that controls the body's blood pressure and fluid balance. The enzyme therefore indirectly affects how efficiently our muscles can work. People with a particular variant of the ACE gene have about 30% less activity of the enzyme. These people may have an advantage in endurance training and often tolerate high altitudes better, due to reduced stress on the heart and increased oxygen uptake. People who lack the lower enzyme activity may instead have an advantage in strength training and other more explosive forms of exercise. These people may also have an easier time building muscle and the heart may work harder for short periods of time.
How does SOD2 affect mitochondria?
Every cell in the body has mitochondria that act as small energy factories. When they produce energy, oxidative stress is also created as a side effect. The oxidative stress can damage the mitochondria and impair their function. One of the substances needed is the antioxidant SOD2, which protects the mitochondria and cells from oxidative stress. Exercise, especially high-intensity exercise, can trigger oxidative stress because it increases energy production and overwhelms antioxidant protection. The oxidative stress can then damage muscle cells. People with a particular variant of the SOD2 gene have a lower activity of the antioxidant that protects against oxidative stress. These people are therefore at greater risk of muscle cell damage during high-intensity training. This has been linked to overtraining and can lead to reduced physical performance, muscle fatigue and muscle damage. People with this genotype have been found to be less likely (about 19 percent less likely) to participate in high-intensity sports that require a lot of power and strength, compared to low-intensity sports.
How does CYP1A2 influence my caffeine sensitivity?
Caffeine affects the heart, blood vessels and endurance performance. CYP1A2 is a liver enzyme that breaks down most of the caffeine in the body. Different variants of the CYP1A2 gene affect the activity of this enzyme and thus the breakdown and effect of caffeine. People carrying one gene variant break down caffeine about four times faster than people with another variant. These people can increase their performance in aerobic endurance exercise (exercise that does not lead to oxygen deprivation and lactic acidosis) by consuming caffeine. Research has not been able to prove the same effect of caffeine on high-intensity training based on strength and speed.
How can the COMT gene affect which type of exercise suits me best?
Have you ever wondered why some people are drawn to one type of exercise and others to another? Do you perhaps feel the need for more risk-taking activities? Or are you more drawn to calming hikes, or weightlifting, or endurance exercise such as running, swimming, and cycling? There are in fact genetic reasons for which exercise is best for us from a mental perspective. The COMT gene controls an enzyme that breaks down dopamine and adrenaline, neurotransmitters in the brain that are produced during various physical activities. Dopamine is linked to the body's reward system and adrenaline is linked to our stress response. Different variants of the gene lead to different levels of the neurotransmitters. Stress increases levels of dopamine and thus affects carriers of different gene variants in different ways. People who carry the G allele have lower levels of dopamine in the brain. People with double G alleles are called ‘warriors’ and for them, exercise that increases dopamine and adrenaline, such as surfing, snowboarding, mountain biking, skiing and athletic competitions, is suitable. The A allele instead produces higher levels of dopamine in the brain. People with two A alleles are called ‘strategists’ or ‘worriers’ and may overreact to stress because it leads to too much dopamine and adrenaline, which sort of ‘shuts down’ the brain. Powerlifting has a calming effect in these people because it releases testosterone which reduces levels of dopamine. People who carry both the G and A alleles have an average level of dopamine and may have either good or poor stress tolerance, depending on how they have acted in stressful situations in the past.
How can my levels of TNF-a affect my recovery ability?
TNF-α is a substance (an inflammatory signalling molecule) in the body that activates our immune system if we get an infection. When exercise causes muscle damage, the immune system is involved in the breakdown and rebuilding of our muscles. Some people carry a gene variant that causes them to have higher levels of TNF-α in their body. This leads to higher levels of inflammation and muscle damage, which in turn increases the need for recovery after exercise, especially after intense workouts.
How does the PPARG gene affect my weight?
The PPARG gene affects the fatty tissue and the metabolism of fats and sugars (glucose) in the body. Different variants of the gene can have different effects on fat balance and BMI (Body Mass Index). People with a particular gene variant may find it more difficult to gain weight. They often have a lower BMI if they eat a diet high in monounsaturated fats. However, intake of saturated fats has the opposite effect regardless of the gene variant.
How does the APO5 gene influence my BMI?
The APOA5 gene is linked to the regulation and storage of fat. TG blood lipids(Triglycerides) are a type of fat in our blood that comes from the food we eat and gives us energy. However, if levels of these fats are too high it can cause them to stick to the walls of blood vessels, which can lead to various types of cardiovascular disease. Some people carry a gene variant that can lead to a lower fat intake and therefore a lower BMI (Body Mass Index). People with this gene variant rarely have a higher BMI because of fatty foods, especially foods containing monounsaturated fats - it can even help to lower the BMI. Instead, people who carry a different variant of the gene tend to increase their BMI on a high-fat diet and are therefore at greater risk of becoming overweight and obesity.
How does the FABP2 gene affect my blood lipid levels?
The FABP2 gene affects the intestinal system and how the body binds, transports and breaks down fats. Around 30% of the population has a variant of the gene that leads to an increased amount of fat in the blood, with the 'bad' blood lipid LDL making up a larger amount and the 'good' blood lipid HDL making up a smaller amount. For these people, it is important to reduce the amount of saturated fats in the diet. If they need to lose weight, they should eat a diet low in carbohydrates and high in protein.
How does the TCF7L2 gene influence my insulin production?
The TCF7L2 gene is important for the metabolism of sugar (glucose) and insulin production in the body. Insulin is secret- ed into the body during and after each meal to balance blood sugar levels. Foods high in sugar and fast carbohydrates have a high glycaemic index (GI) and a high glycaemic load (GL). This type of food increases blood sugar - and therefore the need for balancing insulin. Different variants of the gene have different effects on blood sugar levels and weight. People with a particular gene variant are predisposed to poorer insulin production, making it more difficult to reduce blood sugar after a meal. The glycaemic index measures how quickly and for how long blood sugar levels are affected by a particular food. Glycaemic load is a measure of how much is carbohydrate per normal portion of the food.
How does KCTD10 affect how many carbohydrates I should eat?
Cholesterol is a type of fat that is a building block for cells and hormones. We get it from food and it is also produced in the body. The "good" cholesterol, HDL, helps transport excess cholesterol to the liver for burning. The amount of cholesterol in the body is 50% controlled by our genes. One of these genes, KCTD10, influences the levels of HDL in relation to carbohydrate intake. People with a particular variant of this gene have an increased risk of reduced levels of HDL if they eat a lot of carbohydrates. They may therefore need to be more careful about how many carbohydrates they eat, so that the burning of cholesterol is not effected.
How does the NQ01 gene impact my body's ability to protect cells from stress?
NQ01 The enzyme NQO1 is important for the body's ability to protect cells against stress and get rid of certain toxic substances. In particular, it plays an important role in the detoxification of carcinogens from tobacco smoke, food and the body's own metabolism of oestrogen. The enzyme also protects our cells from oxidative stress. Around a quarter of the world's population carries the T allele in the NQO1 gene, which causes the enzyme to become unstable. People with a T allele have three times less activity of the enzyme compared to people without the T allele. In people with two T alleles, the activity of the enzyme is almost non-existent. The negative effects of the T allele on the enzyme's effect can be reduced by a higher concentration of vitamin B2 (riboflavin) in the body.
How does SOD2 affect my antioxidant protection?
Every cell in the body has mitochondria that act as small energy factories. When they produce energy, oxidative stress is also created as a side effect. The oxidative stress can damage the mitochondria and impair their function. One of the substances needed is the antioxidant SOD2, which protects the mitochondria and cells from oxidative stress. Exercise, especially high-intensity exercise, can trigger oxidative stress because it increases energy production and overwhelms antioxidant protection. The oxidative stress can then damage muscle cells. People with a particular variant of the SOD2 gene have a lower activity of the antioxidant that protects against oxidative stress. These people are therefore at greater risk of muscle cell damage during high-intensity training. This has been linked to overtraining and can lead to reduced physical performance, muscle fatigue and muscle damage. People with this genotype have been found to be less likely (about 19 percent less likely) to participate in high-intensity sports that require a lot of power and strength, compared to low-intensity sports.
How does GST influence my protection against oxidative stress?
There is a group of enzymes in the body called GST. They play an important role in the detoxification of various harmful substances, either from our living environment (carcinogens, pollutants, insecticides, heavy metals etc.) or from within our body (oxidative stress). One of the enzymes in this group is GSTP1, which is controlled by a gene of the same name. Some variants of this gene result in limited activity of the GSTP1 enzyme and thus limited protection against environmental toxins and oxidative stress, which can have negative effects on the body and health.
How does CYP1A2 affect my caffeine sensitivity?
CYP1A is a liver enzyme that breaks down 95% of the caffeine in the body. Different variants of the CYP1A2 gene affect the activity of this enzyme and thus the breakdown and effect of caffeine. People who carry a particular variant of the gene break down caffeine more slowly and therefore tend to feel a greater and longer-lasting effect. These people may also experience higher blood pressure from caffeine and should therefore be more careful with their daily intake. People with a fast caffeine metabolism break down caffeine about four times faster than people with a slow caffeine metabolism.
How does the COMT gene influence my ability to handle stress?
The COMT gene controls an enzyme that breaks down dopamine and adrenaline, neurotransmitters in the brain. Dopamine is linked to the body's reward system and adrenaline is linked to our stress response. Different variants of the gene lead to different levels of the neurotransmitters. Stress increases levels of dopamine and thus affects carriers of different gene variants in different ways. Gene variants with a G allele have higher enzyme activity and thus lower levels of dopamine in the brain. People with two G alleles are called ‘warriors’ and perform best under high stress. Stress slows down enzyme activity and thus increases levels of dopamine and adrenaline, allowing these individuals to cope with some stress very well. The A allele is linked to lower enzyme activity and thus higher levels of dopamine in the brain. People with two A alleles are called ‘strategists’ or ‘worriers’. These people naturally have higher levels of dopamine, which gives them a cognitive advantage in daily life - especially in complex problem solving. The downside is that they can overreact to stress, creating excessive levels of dopamine and adrenaline, which in turn shuts down the brain. People who carry both the G and A alleles have an average level of dopamine and may have either good or less good stress tolerance, depending on life experience and previous exposure to stressful situations.
How does the ADA enzyme affect my sleep needs?
Sleep is very important for recovery and performance when it comes to training, and conversely, exercise and physical activity are also important for good sleep. The longer we stay awake, the more adenosine builds up in our brains, making us sleepy. Intense exercise increases levels of adenosine and can help you get a better night's sleep. Some people have a variant of the ADA gene that leads to higher levels of adenosine. This increases sleepiness and contributes to deeper sleep. These people feel sleepier than others after a night of poor sleep. People who carry a different gene variant don't sleep as deeply as others.
What is your genetic predispositions?
The answer is in your DNA