DNA Testing · 4 min read
Are Crooked Teeth Genetic?
If your parents have a crooked smile, can they pass them on to you? Let's find out if crooked teeth are genetic and whether there's anything you can do about them.
Ada Sandoval · Jul 20, 2021
DNA Testing · 1 min read
How Do Humans and Bananas Share DNA?
Humans and bananas share some of the same genes, but the real story is more nuanced than the popular '60 percent' claim. Here's what the science actually shows.
Kelly Brown · Feb 18, 2021
At-Home Health Testing · 4 min read
Human Papillomavirus DNA Test
Are you suspecting HPV exposure? You can check if you're infected through HPV DNA testing. Read about why you should get tested for HPV and other sexual health risks.
Kelly Brown · Feb 18, 2021
DNA Testing · 5 min read
Which DNA Test Is the Most Private? How We Think About DNA Data Safety
No consumer DNA test is fully private. 23andMe, AncestryDNA, and Sequencing.com offer the strongest combination of consent controls, deletion tools, and account security — but each comes with tradeoffs you should understand before you buy.
Ada Sandoval · Feb 18, 2021
At-Home Health Testing · 8 min read
Is DNA Fitness Testing Worth It in 2026? - Our Review
DNA fitness testing may be a great way to jumpstart your diet and fitness plans. Read how it works and its benefits—and see why this tool can be helpful.
Kelly Brown · Feb 2, 2021
DNA Testing · 3 min read
Can You Get DNA From Ashes?
Did you know there's a way to get DNA samples from bones or cremated remains? Discover how the science behind it works — and what benefits and risks can come from it.
Cristine Santander · Dec 2, 2020
At-Home Health Testing · 4 min read
Do DNA Diets Really Work?
Your genes can influence how your body handles nutrients and weight loss. We look at what the research says about DNA-based diets, where they help, and where daily habits still matter more.
Kelly Brown · Oct 16, 2020
DNA Testing · 6 min read
The Tragic Story of Hicks Babies
From the 1940s to the 1960s, Dr. Thomas J. Hicks illegally sold over 200 babies from his Georgia clinic. Decades later, DNA testing is helping some of them reconnect with their biological families.
Cristine Santander · Oct 2, 2020
DNA Testing · 4 min read
Can DNA Testing Companies Like Ancestry and 23andMe Sell Your Information?
DNA companies usually say they do not sell your raw genetic file in the ordinary retail sense, but they can still transfer, license, or share data under privacy policies and corporate transactions. We explain how this works in practice.
Cristine Santander · Aug 31, 2020
DNA Testing · 11 min read
What It Means to Have a Family History of Disease
Want to know what diseases you may have inherited? Genetic testing can tell the history of your family's health. Discover your future health risks through DNA testing.
Kelly Brown · Aug 31, 2020