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Some genetic diseases can happen to anyone. We have identified the 15 most common genetic disorders. Find out what these conditions are and how to handle them.
Vitagene discontinued its DNA testing products in 2024. Here is what happened, what former customers should know, and which alternatives we recommend instead.
Every cell in your body stores about two meters of DNA. Here's how scientists measure that length and how your cells fold it to fit inside a microscopic nucleus.
Some serious red flags were raised about a DNA testing company called Orig3n. What services did this questionable brand offer? Read about their controversy here.
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.
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.
What are chromosomes and how many should humans have? Together, we'll explore this genetic concept and why it matters.
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.
Discover more about your maternal lineage with mitochondrial DNA testing. Learn how mtDNA is passed down, how it differs from nuclear DNA, and how mtDNA mutations impact health.
DNA analysis examines genetic material to reveal ancestry, health clues, and identifying information. It helps explain how DNA is used in medicine, genealogy, and forensic work.
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.
Do you know that there's more than one type of DNA test? That's right, it's not just for paternity issues. Discover these types and what they can reveal about yourself.
GenoPalate is one of the cleaner nutrigenomics products for people who want DNA-based nutrition guidance, but its value depends on whether you want a practical food roadmap or clinically meaningful nutrition care.
Struggling to lose weight even after several diets and workouts? Try taking a DNA test to determine if your genetic makeup is causing all your worries about your weight loss.
The most useful way to read 23andMe results is to separate what is interesting from what is actionable. We explain what to review first, when to follow up with a clinician, and what not to overinterpret.
No single DNA test wins every accuracy category. AncestryDNA is the strongest first test for most people, 23andMe is the better fit if you also want health reports, and narrower kits serve specific goals.
Genetics plays a significant role in our lives. The genes we inherit can reveal important clues about inherited disease risk.
Home DNA tests look simple from the outside, but the real process includes sample collection, lab extraction, SNP reading, and algorithmic interpretation. We walk you through every step.
Get health reports with your ancestry testing — introducing Living DNA. Here's an insider look at one of the newest DNA testing and well-being companies.
Your DNA holds critical information about your current and future health. Here's what you can do next if your DNA test suggests you might be at risk.