Will Hunter

Content Contributor

Will is a content writer for KnowYourDNA. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, LA. He has 7 years of experience writing health-related content, with an emphasis on nutrition, alternative medicine, and longevity.

 

Will loves discovering ways to optimize physical and mental performance through diet, supplement, and lifestyle interventions. He is passionate about covering advancements in science and medicine that will lead to increases in healthspan and lifespan.ย 

 

He strives to give people the information they need to take control of their health and live their lives to the fullest.

Latest articles from the author

A woman with curly hair wearing a black jacket is kneeling in a field of tall grass, holding a young child with curly hair, dressed in a blue jacket and yellow shirt. As they bask in the sunshine, her serene expression reflects the peace that comes from having explored options like egg freezing for their future.

What is Turner's Mosaic Syndrome?

Turner Mosaic Syndrome (TMS) is a subtype of Turner Syndrome, which is a disorder that affects sex chromosomes. Turner Syndrome is seen in people assigned female at birth.  Normally, these people have two copies of the X sex chromosome. People with Turner Syndrome have only one copy of the X chromosome, or one normal copy […]
A close-up of a human face focusing on the right eye. The eye has brown and green coloring with a well-defined pupil, surrounded by long eyelashes. The skin around the eye is smooth, with a visible eyebrow above and part of the left ear in the background, making one wonder about what are the alleles responsible.

The Eye Color Gene: How Genes and Melanin Affect Eye Color

Eye color is mainly determined by the type and amount of pigment in the irises called melanin. The genetic makeup of someone’s parents also heavily contributes to eye color. The genetic variations that control the production, distribution, or concentration of melanin play a role in determining an individual’s eye color. Whether a person has blue […]
A close-up of a young child with very light skin and white hair, reflecting the features of albinism. The child has blue eyes and is wearing a white shirt. The background is a solid light brown color. The child looks directly at the camera with a neutral expression.

What Causes Albinism?

Albinism is often caused by mutations or defects in the genes that control melanin production and distribution. These defects cause a heavily reduced amount of melanin or even the total absence of it. Albinism is a genetic condition wherein the body produces little or no melanin. Melanin affects the skin, hair, and eyes, particularly their […]
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How Genetics Determine the Color of Your Skin

Your skin tone is more than a label—it’s a living record of how your ancestors and your own body balance sunlight and protection.By seeing how pigments, genes, and the environment interact, you’ll understand why no two complexions are exactly alike. Key Takeaways Pigment Basics Skin color starts with melanin, the pigment your melanocytes pack into […]