DNA Testing for Weight Loss
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This has "scam" written all over it. Mail me $500 and I'll give you your magic DNA fortune to lose weight.
This week only, I'll do it for $489.8 -
deannalfisher wrote: »I didn't think any of the gene mapping done to date was at the level of specificity to identify food intolerances - but I'd have to do some research
I'm thinking that it probably just indicates generalities. For example, something like 75% of Native Americans are lactose intolerant. I'm guessing if the DNA indicated that the person had Native American ancestors, it would say that she may be lactose intolerant.
possibly - but this thread seems that people think it may be more...0 -
Here are a couple of non scientific sources that are nevertheless informative on it:
http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/expert.q.a/09/18/weight.loss.dna.analysis.jampolis/index.html?iref=24hours
http://www.self.com/story/i-tried-dna-testing-for-fitness-and-weight-management
I've had some family members tested for family history things so am interested, but was skeptical about what it would show and it appears that there is reason to be skeptical.0 -
To each there own. If I do get it done, I'll update on here.2
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Sigh.
I can also sell you a rock that keeps tigers away. Let me know if you're interested.13 -
This is right up there with the blood type diet...9
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annacole94 wrote: »Sigh.
I can also sell you a rock that keeps tigers away. Let me know if you're interested.
Totally OT - but thank you! When I bought my house there was a bunch of river rock in the backyard and one was wrapped in saran wrap. Always puzzled me why someone did that. You have now answered the question - it must have been to keep tigers away! And it apparently works!12 -
Lisa, I want to buy your rock.5
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I have a friend that had her family DNA tested because they are dealing with some chronic illnesses. As a part of that testing, a section on weight loss/gain/obesity was also done. When we went over the entire test what I saw was that the information they gave her (specifically) about gaining/losing weight actually hampered her regarding weight loss. She ended up with the attitude that "her genes were basically dooming her to obesity" so what was the point? Even though she had previously lost weight using CICO. So while genetic testing for illnesses, etc. can be quite helpful, I would stay far away from anything weight related. I think like someone else said, it's going to be pretty generic (and that's how I felt about hers).3
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Put me down for 2 tiger repelling rocks!6
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Chef_Barbell wrote: »Wow no wonder the weight loss industry makes millions. This sounds like a complete farce and a waste of time.
In excess of 60 billion I think.
It annoys me to no end I bought into some of this woo!5 -
I'm a genealogy buff, and DNA is revolutionary for learning about your family history.
YES! It's worth it if you're interested in that. I feel like it almost totally changed my life. But weight loss--gee whiz, I'm the type of person who needs to eat less, imagine that! I already know I'm lactose intolerant. No wait, that's allergic? Anyway, do it in conjunction with genealogy, it can help you piece together some of the missing links.1 -
kristielove wrote: »It analyses your DNA to look at different traits ( I guess to see if you are predisposed to becoming obese) and sensitivities you might have to different foods. based off their analysis, they form a specific diet ( high protein, low carbs, or avoid sugars, or red meats, etc.) and it also tells you if cardio, weight trading, or whatever would be most optimal for you.
Understand that an analysis of DNA cannot determine any sort of predispositions to anything that is behavioral based.
This is woo of the highest order.
Save your money - buyer beware.
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kristielove wrote: »From what I read, a lot of athletes and those who participate in the Olympics use it religiously.
That may be true, and that may not. (If you'd like to share what you've read, the rest of us can find out...)
Athletes competing in the Olympics are competing against other athletes. You and I are not. We're chatting in a weight loss thread.
People competing in triathlon spend $3,000 on bike wheels to reduce aerodynamic drag by very small amounts. Most people in this thread probably shouldn't do that, either. And for the same reasons, the people here are trying to lose some fat off their waste, not to lose 7 seconds on a 40 kilometer time trial.5 -
annacole94 wrote: »Sigh.
I can also sell you a rock that keeps tigers away. Let me know if you're interested.
Those must be citrus rocks. I've never heard of a tiger in an orange grove.6 -
I just want someone to DNA test me and Gattaca-style tell me what's wrong with me so I can remove the offending body parts before they kill me.3
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nvm
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@NorthCascades what's your point? If I choose to get a DNA test, then what is it to you? Funny you and most of the others who replied are giving advice on something they don't know anything about, and then have the nerve to ask me to educate you when you typed that response on the internet0
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