As the cost of sequencing a single human genome drops rapidly, with one company predicting a price of $100 per person in five years, soon the only reason not to look at your "personal genome" will be fear of what bad news lies in your genes. University of California, Berkeley, scientists, however, have found a welcome reason to delve into your genetic heritage: to find the slight genetic flaws that can be fixed with remedies as simple as vitamin or mineral supplements.
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It is estimated over half of the population of the United States is using some form of vitamin supplement with a mass majority uncertain of the quality or the reasons behind the specific nutrient intake. The Human Genome Project quest to map the DNA strand will begin to revolutionize the health and wellness industry. The ability to personalize and customize nutritional supplements based on your DNA is now a reality.
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Wednesday, August 20, 2008
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