DNA kit to test best diet and exercise

jesselee10

I just purchased a DNA kit that will test what diet and exercise program is best for my body. Has anyone done one of these and did the results make a difference when followed?

GaleHawkins

@jesselee10 I have never heard of this option. Please update its value in your case over time. It sounds very interesting.

LaReinaDeCorazones

Only DNA test I did was for ancestry, never heard of this other 1

TavistockToad

i'll make a prediction that it'll say you need a calorie deficit... and doing some exercise would be good too...

Tacklewasher

TavistockToad wrote: »

i'll make a prediction that it'll say you need a calorie deficit... and doing some exercise would be good too...

Oh, I'd predict it says something completely different. Why do I get the feeling this is just the next version of the blood-type diet?

TavistockToad

Tacklewasher wrote: »

TavistockToad wrote: »

i'll make a prediction that it'll say you need a calorie deficit... and doing some exercise would be good too...

Oh, I'd predict it says something completely different. Why do I get the feeling this is just the next version of the blood-type diet?

well yeah it'll say OP cant eat carbs or cant eat fat and can only have chocolate on the second Tuesday of every other month... but what it'll mean is a calorie deficit...

ladyreva78

Tacklewasher wrote: »

TavistockToad wrote: »

i'll make a prediction that it'll say you need a calorie deficit... and doing some exercise would be good too...

Oh, I'd predict it says something completely different. Why do I get the feeling this is just the next version of the blood-type diet?

Sadly yes.

The scientific evidence for this kind of testing is simply not yet available. One of my profs had the luck of getting access to the studies used as evidence for one of those providers. It was... thin to say the least. Problem is a lot is based on observational studies. The few RCTs used were based on very small samples with very clearly defined populations where links to other non-similar populations is difficult to draw. There were no reviews or meta-analyses.

In the long term, once the evidence is better, there might actually be something to it. Currently, the only proven effect is on the wallet.

elisa123gal

So, the answer is no one here knows... why not try it and see if it works.. just like all the attempts we all have made until we found what worked for us.

ladyreva78

elisa123gal wrote: »

So, the answer is no one here knows... why not try it and see if it works.. just like all the attempts we all have made until we found what worked for us.

No. The answer is: There is no scientific evidence. If it works, it's pure luck that the OP ended up in a deficit and lost weight.

jmf286

Not to mention, like ancestry etc, you are giving your DNA to a business to do with whatever they like, on someone's database to be sold to or used by anyone. And I am pretty sure the science of genetics isn't at the point where it can streamline you to this precise a degree.

bpetrosky

elisa123gal wrote: »

So, the answer is no one here knows... why not try it and see if it works.. just like all the attempts we all have made until we found what worked for us.

More like some company has created a scam of a product that lets them charge more for a generic diet and exercise plan. It gives them a false impression of effectiveness using people's lack of knowledge about the limits of what DNA testing can do.

OP, I hope you can return this and get a refund.

DoubleUbea

I would say if you can get a refund do so as soon as possible.

cmriverside

ladyreva78 wrote: »

Tacklewasher wrote: »

TavistockToad wrote: »

i'll make a prediction that it'll say you need a calorie deficit... and doing some exercise would be good too...

Oh, I'd predict it says something completely different. Why do I get the feeling this is just the next version of the blood-type diet?

Sadly yes.

The scientific evidence for this kind of testing is simply not yet available. One of my profs had the luck of getting access to the studies used as evidence for one of those providers. It was... thin to say the least. Problem is a lot is based on observational studies. The few RCTs used were based on very small samples with very clearly defined populations where links to other non-similar populations is difficult to draw. There were no reviews or meta-analyses.

In the long term, once the evidence is better, there might actually be something to it. Currently, the only proven effect is on the wallet.

Exactly.

I used to work in one of these DNA labs. While the actual DNA is tested, like ladyreva78 says there is no value or science to back up DNA diets, exercise plans, or anything like what they are marketing.

It's marketing, nothing more. You'll get a DNA test done, which will list your allele markers. If you paid more than the basic amount for a DNA identity test, you were scammed. All the rest of the stuff they'll send you is generic info you could get off the internet without a DNA test and these, "instructions," if not just, "balanced diet with calorie deficit and exercise," are not backed up by science. It's simply a way for them to take your money. I wouldn't send in the swabs and I'd cancel the payment.

shadow2soul

jesselee10 wrote: »

I just purchased a DNA kit that will test what diet and exercise program is best for my body. Has anyone done one of these and did the results make a difference when followed?

I have not and don’t think I ever will.
You might want to watch episode 3 of “A Users Guide to Cheating Death” on Netflix.

This episode they look into these type of tests. After watching it, I think they are definitely a waste of money.

GaleHawkins

https://bestlifeonline.com/i-did-genetic-testing-for-a-personalized-diet-and-it-changed-my-life/

"Furthermore, I found that my weight gain moved in mysterious ways. I could go to Russia (where I’m from originally) and wolf down everything in my grandmother’s country house and slim down without even trying. At the same time, I could go to the Deep South in America and only eat salads and still gain 10 pounds. What gives?"

@jesselee10 you may want to read this author's experiences. I am starting to think weight management is more about biology than it is about physics (CICO) only.

psuLemon

GaleHawkins wrote: »

https://bestlifeonline.com/i-did-genetic-testing-for-a-personalized-diet-and-it-changed-my-life/

"Furthermore, I found that my weight gain moved in mysterious ways. I could go to Russia (where I’m from originally) and wolf down everything in my grandmother’s country house and slim down without even trying. At the same time, I could go to the Deep South in America and only eat salads and still gain 10 pounds. What gives?"

@jesselee10 you may want to read this author's experiences. I am starting to think weight management is more about biology than it is about physics (CICO) only.

Perception is different than reality. Also, many salads are well over 1000 calories, especially when you are putting heavy cream and oil based dressings on. Add in nuts, avocado, eggs, etc.

It also don't account for difference in activity levels.


OP, the best thing to do is play around with food combinations and macros to see what satiates you the most. In general protein and fiber > all. And adjust carbs and fats to personal liking. You should include some level of resistance training and cardio to work both your skeletal and aerobic health.

MelanieCN77

I've been curious about what it could tell about physical makeup but I don't think it is really going to be of much assistance diet wise. I did 23 and Me years ago and that has a very few of those kinds of details, like it told me I am more likely to be a sprinter than an endurance type of athlete, which I'm honestly not sure is true but don't know how I am supposed to test that without a big old experiment I just don't have the bandwidth for. At some point if I have a spare $200 I will probably do a fitness one though, maybe after things develop a little more considering the above comment about studies.

cmriverside

marxk0815 wrote: »

GaleHawkins wrote: »

https://bestlifeonline.com/i-did-genetic-testing-for-a-personalized-diet-and-it-changed-my-life/

"Furthermore, I found that my weight gain moved in mysterious ways. I could go to Russia (where I’m from originally) and wolf down everything in my grandmother’s country house and slim down without even trying. At the same time, I could go to the Deep South in America and only eat salads and still gain 10 pounds. What gives?"

@jesselee10 you may want to read this author's experiences. I am starting to think weight management is more about biology than it is about physics (CICO) only.

Biology can't alter the laws of physics.

Also, $800 for this "test" in that article.

Of course there is some biological connection to food sensitivities and probably for tendency to binge on certain foods like sugar and wheat. All you have to do is read these forums for a while to know that sugar, wheat, and compulsion go hand in hand for a lot of people.

So many people have wheat and dairy sensitivities so here's an idea: try cutting back on those things. Same with sugar, moderation moderation moderation. A test for yeast (Candida) overgrowth can be done at any doctor's office without a DNA lab. Then they give you a medication. NOT an $800 test. So crazy. Sounds like integrative medicine, i.e. not real medicine.

You can send my $800 to me at my Paypal.

pinuplove

cmriverside wrote: »

marxk0815 wrote: »

GaleHawkins wrote: »

https://bestlifeonline.com/i-did-genetic-testing-for-a-personalized-diet-and-it-changed-my-life/

"Furthermore, I found that my weight gain moved in mysterious ways. I could go to Russia (where I’m from originally) and wolf down everything in my grandmother’s country house and slim down without even trying. At the same time, I could go to the Deep South in America and only eat salads and still gain 10 pounds. What gives?"

@jesselee10 you may want to read this author's experiences. I am starting to think weight management is more about biology than it is about physics (CICO) only.

Biology can't alter the laws of physics.

Also, $800 for this "test" in that article.

Of course there is some biological connection to food sensitivities and probably for tendency to binge on certain foods like sugar and wheat. All you have to do is read these forums for a while to know that sugar, wheat, and compulsion go hand in hand for a lot of people.

So many people have wheat and dairy sensitivities so here's an idea: try cutting back on those things. Same with sugar, moderation moderation moderation. A test for yeast (Candida) overgrowth can be done at any doctor's office without a DNA lab. Then they give you a medication. NOT an $800 test. So crazy. Sounds like integrative medicine, i.e. not real medicine.

You can send my $800 to me at my Paypal.

Your advice was more helpful than the $800 DNA test. You should charge at least $950.

DoubleUbea

@jesselee10
If a DNA diet worked, your doctor would take a DNA sample, after getting the results and go over the results with you or have you visit a registered dietitian.
There is a reason why doctors don't tell you to do these types of diets.
Get your money back.

Sunshine_And_Sand

OP, any "diet"/exercise program that gives u results uses the same principle, calories in less than calories out, or CICO/a calorie deficit.
If I eat for my blood type with a calorie deficit, do low carb/keto with a deficit, eat "clean" with a deficit, eat raw vegan with a deficit, or eat only twinkies with a deficit, I will lose weight.
If I was maintaining without exercise and added exercise without changing my calorie intake, I'd lose weight. Also, if I maintained my same activity level (even if it involved sitting on the couch and watching TV all day) but decreased my intake to achieve a deficit, I would lose weight.
So, if you do whatever your DNA kit says for u to do and it works, it proves nothing, other than you were in a calorie deficit. I supppse you could still call it a success, but you could have that success without paying for the DNA kit.
I think eating what they recommend but with a deliberately high calorie surplus would be more "proof" bc then you would see that even "healthy" foods in excess/calorie surplus cause weight gain.