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Get Your Gut Right – Digestive Health Week

Did you ever get that terrible, aching, painful feeling in your stomach after eating certain foods? It’s sometimes a sensation that can’t be described but can leave you feeling bloated and tired for hours after. It may even result in you spending a fair bit of time in the bathroom, if you know what I mean! For many people, an upset stomach is a rarity, and is often self-inflicted due to over-indulgence, meaning that there’s no one to blame but yourself, but what if you felt sick after every meal of the day? Maybe it’s something more serious, like an allergy or an intolerance.

Surprisingly, there are a countless foods that you can develop an intolerance to. For Filipinos, the most common food intolerances are egg, wheat, peanuts, shellfish and milk. An intolerance is difference to an allergy, in that intolerances are caused by a deficient enzyme in the digestive system or a chemical substance in the food such as carbohydrates like lactose or glucose, or food additives or toxins which may irritate the digestive system. Allergies on the other hand, are caused by an abnormal reaction of the immune system against certain substances or proteins within foods. These substances are known as allergens. Intolerances can occur from birth or can develop over one’s lifetime.

In the Philippines, March 5-11 marks Digestive Health Week, an initiative aiming to encourage Filipinos to take charge of their gut health and take positive steps towards a healthier gut. For those interested, there are organised events on March 5 and 8, established by the Philippine Society of Gastroenterology.

For those wanting some more definitive answers as to what might be contributing to their gut issues, a DNA test from EasyDNA Philippines. Offering a wide range of health testing services, the suite of DNA tests has something for all conditions and curiosities. One of the key factors that affects your health is your unique genetic code, and by looking at selected genes and understanding their impact on an individual, health tests can help improve your health and pave the path to wellness and vitality. For gut related concerns, there are three tests that may provide peace of mind.

Celiac Disease Genetic Testing – Celiac disease is a serious genetic autoimmune disorder and could lead to long-term complications that could adversely affect your life. Around 83% of celiac diseases suffers go undiagnosed. Could you be one of them?

Lactose intolerance – A lactose intolerance test will establish whether you carry certain a gene mutation which makes you unable to produce the enzyme which helps digest lactose. This test may be beneficial if you experience extreme discomfort, bloating and indigestion after eating dairy foods.

Intolerance Sensitivity Test – Did you know that skin irritations, migraines and constipation can be caused by a food intolerance? This test examines a range of food items including common foods and everyday fridge items, and non-food items such as pets and pollens. This test covers more than 800 trigger items, and testing includes a nutritional deficiency, metal toxicity, gut biome and hormonal balance analysis.

So, if you have a gut feeling that all isn’t right with your insides, get on board with Digestive Health Week, and try a DNA test that can help to answer your questions about your internal health.

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Dance into February with Down Syndrome Consciousness Month!

The discovery of a pregnancy is a special time in the lives of expectant parents. It is filled with questions and wonderings about so many aspects of the impending baby. Will they look like Mum, or Dad? Will they sleep well? Will they lead successful lives? One of the most wished for things is that the new baby is healthy, born without physical or neurological impairment. Sadly, this is not always how things eventuate, and babies are sometimes born with a disability or medical condition, requiring special care during their childhood, and sometimes throughout their lives.

One of the most well-known conditions that is quite prevalent in today’s society is Down Syndrome. This condition occurs when a baby is born with an extra piece of genetic material known as a chromosome. People with down syndrome have an extra copy of chromosome 21. This is known as a trisomy, and down syndrome is often also referred to as Trisomy 21. Trisomy changes how a baby’s brain and body develop and can result in a range of disabilities of varying severity. Physically, a person with down syndrome usually has some common identifying traits, which can include:

  • A flattened face, especially the bridge of the nose
  • Almond-shaped eyes that slant up
  • A short neck
  • A tongue that tends to stick out of the mouth
  • Tiny white spots on the iris (coloured part) of the eye
  • A single line across the palm of the hand (palmar crease)
  • Poor muscle tone or loose joints

Down syndrome also affects a person’s intellectual capabilities, however most young people with down syndrome enjoy a very typical life, with a range of support needs that can be minimal or more complex, depending on the individual.

In the Philippines, down syndrome is more common than you might think, with 1 in 800 babies being born with the condition, that’s 1 baby with down syndrome being born every 4 hours. February is National Down Syndrome Consciousness Month, which encourages everyone to learn a little more about this unique condition, to be accepting of the differences displayed by people with down syndrome, and to better support families living with a person with down syndrome.

One of the most popular ways that Filipinos can celebrate diversity during this consciousness month is to engage in Happy Walk, an annual activity that promotes awareness, acceptance, and inclusivity of persons with Down syndrome into society. This year, after a hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Happy Walk is back! Join with friends at the SM Mall of Asia for a morning of fun, while advocating for acceptance and social inclusion. Persons with a love of dance can also upload videos of themselves showing off their best dance moves to either TikTok or Facebook until February 15. Use the hashtags #happywalk2023showdown or #happywalk2023 to get yourself seen!

The prospect of having a baby born with down syndrome can be worrying and confronting, but there are things you can do to learn more about your chances of having a baby with this condition. As down syndrome is a genetic condition, there is a DNA screening test available for expectant parents who are interested in discovering if their unborn child may have the condition.

The Prenatal Peace genetic screening test from EasyDNA Philippines is non-invasive, requiring no risky amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling. A standard blood draw is all that is required to undertake the DNA test; however it should be noted that this does not replace a diagnostic test. The Prenatal Peace test also screens for 17 other genetic conditions and provides accurate results in a timely manner.

National Down Syndrome Consciousness Month is a great time to learn more about this unique condition, and to embrace the people who live with it. Remember that kindness, acceptance, and inclusivity are basic needs for all humans!

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Festive Season Fails: How to Get Back on Track

Christmas is a special time, when we celebrate with family and friends, embarking on our special traditions, which often include worship, feasts, and social events. It’s a time when we relax a little and leave our usual routines behind, but sometimes, it can be hard to refocus and reset ourselves. Did you enjoy the festive season a little too much? Maybe you indulged in too much lechon, puto bumbong or bibingka and are feeling that your pants are a little bit too tight! The new year is upon us, and traditionally, it’s a time to forget about the past and look to the future, and this means taking time to look after ourselves a bit better!

Sadly, it’s not just Christmas that is to blame for those tight pants. The COVID-19 pandemic has also taken a toll on the health and well being of Filipinos, with the Department of Science and Technology-Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) noting an increase in the prevalence of obesity since the onset of COVID, especially among children and young adults.

Astonishingly, around 27 million Filipinos are considered to be overweight or obese. So, how does obesity happen? Obesity happen in all the ways you would imagine. Drinking too much alcohol, eating out a lot, eating more than what you need, having too many sweets, and comfort eating are all causes of obesity and weight gain. Similarly, lack of physical activity is another important factor related to obesity. Many people have jobs that involve sitting at a desk for most of the day. They also rely on their cars, rather than walking. If you are not active enough in your day-to-day life, the human body stores the energy you consume as fat, which of course, makes you fat!

If you’re feeling less than healthy after the festive season but can’t quite get motivated to make a fresh start, then perhaps you need a helping hand to get back on track. The DNA Diet & Healthy Weight Test can help to understand why the numbers on the scales just won’t shift. It provides personalised weight management, fitness and nutrition advice based on your genetic makeup. Your results will closely analyse your food intake, helping you understand the interaction between what you eat and your genetic makeup as well as provide a recommended diet plan that can help you reach your goals. Your 70-page results report will have you on the right track to feeling better about what’s on the inside, and the outside!

Your results will include useful information about:

  • Your weight loss ability: is your body a weight loss wonder, or are you more geared towards slow and steady weight loss? How able is your body at losing weight? Your genes hold the answers.
  • Carbs, proteins and fats: what proportions of fat, carbohydrate and proteins should you have in your diet? What are the right recommendations for your genetic makeup but also for your age, height and gender?

 

  • Nutrients & vitamins: What nutrients and vitamins do you need? Vitamins and micronutrients support functions in our body which affect your weight. All will be revealed in your results.

 

  • Cardio response/strength training/exercise regimes: How does your genetic profile affect your response to cardio exercises? How intense should your workouts be? How often?

 This comprehensive test can be taken at home, with our convenient home test kit. The kit includes everything you need to undertake a DNA mouth swab test and comes with comprehensive instructions and a pre-addressed return envelope.

There really is no better time than right now to reassess your health choices, and to get back into your regular routine. You know what they say, ‘New Year, New You’, and you even if you only want the pre-Christmas you back, then EasyDNA Philippines can help!

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The Tale Behind the Tail: Know Your Dog

We all love our pets. They keep us company when we’re at home, they protect our properties, and they warmly welcome us at the end of the working day. Pets are used as an exercise buddy, as a therapy animal, and teach us how to be caring and compassionate. In the Philippines, pet ownership is at an all-time high thanks to recent COVID events, which saw people staying home for extended lengths of time. People wanted a small positive in their lives at a time when things were quite negative and uncertain.

We all know the saying; A dog is man’s best friend, and for Filipinos, it’s definitely true! There are almost 12 million dog owners in the Philippines, with 67% of people having a dog in their house. Cat ownership is also strong, but overall, dogs are 5 times more popular than cats. For Filipinos, small dogs are a clear favourite, with the Shih Tzu being the most popular breed for dog lovers. These dogs make great companions and are small enough to live in an apartment or small house comfortably with a family.

Shih Tzus originate from China, and have a reputation for being loyal and friendly dogs, but what if you want to know more about your pampered pet? How do you find out what really makes their tail wag? Like people, a dog’s features, temperament, and predisposition to disease is linked to their unique genetic code. EasyDNA Philippines has designed the PetGen canine test for those who want to gain extensive knowledge about the genetics that make their dog a much-loved member of the family. PetGen is an all-in-one test, an affordable tool for breeders and dog owners who want to create a life plan for their dog, based on the comprehensive results received. This is the most extensive canine test on the market, covering and providing information about:

  • Breeds + Personalized Breed Certificate.
  • Breed Identification Breakdown percentage + Breed history.
  • Predicted Size and Life Expectancy.
  • Genetic Diseases.
  • Hair/Coat Trait.
  • Behaviour Trait + score.
  • Single-gene genetic disease detection.
  • Complex disease detection.

The results will be returned to you in the form a breed certificate and a 25-page report, which will provide information about your dog’s breed (mixed and pure). You will receive breed history exclusive to your dog, which relays important temperament and environment information, as well as predicted size and life expectancy. You will also receive important information about genetic diseases specific to your dog’s breed, which in turn can help you to prevent their onset.

So, how do you get your dog’s DNA sample? It’s easier than you might think, and only requires a simple, painless mouth swab, just like you would take if you were providing your own DNA for testing. You’ll receive full instructions in the kit provided to you. All you have to include with your samples is a photo of your dog, which will be returned to you with your results and breed certificate.

Your dog is an important part of your family, so why not discover how you can best ensure they have a happy, healthy life, and reveal their unique breed and traits today!

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Join the Conversation this World Diabetes Day: An Event For Every Juan!

 There are many conditions and diseases that we associate with certain demographics of people, and we often make a lot of generalisations about the health of a person based on their gender, age, and weight. Only old people get Alzheimer’s, only women get breast cancer, only smokers get lung cancer. All of these are health myths and have never been substantiated. Another generalisation we make is that ‘only overweight and unhealthy people develop diabetes’, which is untrue. Diabetes can affect people at any age, weight, or gender, and worldwide, more than 415 million people live with this chronic disease. In the Philippines, around 1 in every 14 adults is diagnosed with diabetes, which is highly alarming.

So, what exactly is diabetes? Basically, diabetes occurs when the pancreas cannot produce enough insulin, or when the body cannot use the insulin that it produces in an effective way. Insulin is the hormone that regulates blood sugar. Heightened blood sugar can damage the body’s vital systems, causing a person to become dangerously ill. There are 3 types of diabetes:

Type 1: An autoimmune condition where the immune system destroys the cells that produce insulin. Without insulin, the body’s cells cannot turn glucose into energy. People with type 1 diabetes depend on insulin every day of their lives to replace the insulin the body cannot produce. They must test their blood glucose levels several times throughout the day.

Type 2: Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body becomes resistant to the normal effects of insulin and loses the capacity to produce enough insulin. With strong ties to family risk factors, Type 2 diabetes can be slowed down with changes to diet and physical activity.

Gestational: This occurs during pregnancy as a result of hormonal changes, but usually disappears after the baby is born.

November 14 is World Diabetes Day, to raise awareness about the causes, treatments and research being done to help stamp out diabetes. In 2022, the theme for the Philippines is ‘Diabetes 101 for Every Juan’. Everyone can join in a nation-wide conversation that will be streamed live via the Philippine Star’s Facebook page. Dr. Cecilia Jimeno and Bryan S. Posadas, MBA will be leading and educating discussion that will teach you the ins and outs of living with, and treatment of diabetes.

For those wanting to check their chances of developing diabetes during their lifetime, and to research if they have a genetic link to the disease, the Genetic Predisposition Test will reveal if you have a genetic tendency towards developing diabetes, as well as 33 other diseases and conditions. It will also tell you if you are at a higher risk of developing a particular disease and will uncover your estimated lifetime risk compared to the average population. By analysing key markers associated with diseases including Multiple Sclerosis, Heart Disease, Alzheimer’s Disease, and a range of cancers, the Genetic Predisposition Test provides you with the knowledge that can help you take the first steps in preparing for a healthier future, and to prevent the onset of Type 1 and 2 Diabetes

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Now is the perfect time to take charge of your own health, do some in-depth investigation into your dietary and lifestyle habits. Organise a DNA test today, and be on your way to a happier, healthier, and longer life! Log on to the Facebook Live on November 14 and increase your knowledge about diabetes. Your pancreas will thank you!

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Best Breasts: Be Aware, and Take Care

 

We all know that taking care of our bodies is an important key to leading a long and healthy life, and every day, we make conscious decisions to eat better and move more, however, our health is not just about fuelling our bodies and keeping them active. There are other things that we should be 

doing regularly to keep our health on track, things that you may not think of, but could be lifesaving. 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to be reminded that despite awareness programs and education surrounding this killer disease, breast cancer is the number one cancer that affects Filipino women and is the third leading cause of death. Men too should be made aware of the dangers of breast cancer, as according to the Philippine Cancer Society, one man in every 1000 will develop breast cancer during their lifetime. For a variety of reasons, breast cancer diagnosis often comes at a late stage, making treatment difficult and survival rates lower than they are in other countries.

So, what can we do to help stamp out breast cancer in the Philippines? Surprisingly, the measures can be simple enough to become a part of your everyday life. We all know that regular exercise, consuming the right food, avoiding alcohol and smoking, and adopting good sleep habits could lower the risk of breast cancer, but these do not remove the risk altogether. Perhaps the main key to reducing breast cancer deaths is early detection, in the form of self-examination and mammograms. Mammograms are effective in detecting even early-stage breast cancers and are especially important for women over 40. However, self-examination can be done at home, in the shower, and doesn’t cost a cent.

Sadly, between 5 and 10% of breast cancer cases have a genetic cause, meaning that mutated genes can be passed on from parent to child. For those people who have a family history of breast cancer and want to see if they hold a genetic tendency to developing this killer disease, there are a number of genetic testing options available from EasyDNA Philippines. The Genetic Predisposition Health Test and the Inherited Diseases Panel are great options for those who seek clarity about their potential health future.

The Genetic Predisposition Test will reveal if you have a genetic tendency towards developing breast cancer, as well as 33 other diseases and conditions. It will also tell you if you are at a higher risk of developing a particular disease and will uncover your estimated lifetime risk compared to the average population. By analysing key markers associated with particular diseases including Multiple Sclerosis, Heart Disease, Alzheimer’s Disease, Type 1 and 2 Diabetes, and a range of cancers, the Genetic Predisposition Test provides you with the knowledge that can help you take the first steps in preparing for a healthier future, and to prevent the onset of breast cancer.

The Inherited Diseases Panel tests over 300 genes with over 700 unique inherited diseases. According to the National Human Genome Research Institute, “An inherited trait is one that is genetically determined. Inherited traits are passed from parent to offspring according to the rules of Mendelian genetics. Most traits are not strictly determined by genes, but rather are influenced by both genes and environment.” This test can provide peace of mind for people wanting to explore their genetic links to diseases like breast cancer.

There has never been a better time to be aware and take care of your breasts. A simple self-examination and a DNA test could save your life! Make this October the ‘breast’ one ever!

 

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Lactose Intolerance: Get Your Gut in Order!

Feeling unwell after eating but not sure what the cause could be? Sometimes we feel bloated and uncomfortable after eating, and we put it down to maybe eating too quick, too much, or too much of the wrong thing. It’s a terrible feeling that can sometimes take hours to pass. Even if we change our eating patterns, slow down, eat healthier, it can still occur.

Could it be something more specific, relating to a certain food or food group? Could you have a food intolerance? Food allergies and intolerances affect many Filipinos, with wheat, eggs, peanuts, shellfish, and milk being the most common. Milk is also the top cause of all allergies and intolerances in children. Aside from milk, lactose intolerance can also be triggered by consuming other dairy products, such as cheese, butter, yoghurt and ice cream.

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A negative reaction to dairy is known as a lactose intolerance, which is caused when the body has trouble, or fails to digest milk sugars, due to insufficient amounts of the gut enzyme, Lactase. Lactose is also found in some breads, cakes and biscuits, pancake mix, deli meats, instant foods, and margarine.

So, what exactly is Lactose? Lactose is a sugar or carbohydrate found in milk and other dairy products. Normally, the body breaks down lactose into its simpler components with the help of the gut enzyme lactase. If your body does not produce enough lactase, lactose is not digested and absorbed in the small intestine. Instead, it continues to travel along the digestive tract to the large intestine, where bacteria partially break it down into acids and gases. This fermentation process causes excessive wind, bloating, discomfort and pain.

Did you know that even though you can develop lactose intolerance at any age, it is largely genetic, caused by an inherited genetic fault? EasyDNA Philippines understands that food intolerances are uncomfortable, make you feel unwell, and can be embarrassing, which is why the Lactose Intolerance DNA Test may be of benefit to those who suspect milk, dairy products, or other foods containing lactose might be the cause of their discomfort. A lactose intolerance test will establish whether you carry certain a gene mutation which makes you unable to produce the enzyme which helps digest lactose.

This test analyses the LCT gene. This gene encodes the instructions our body needs to make lactase. A mutation on this gene makes the individual unable to product enough lactase to break down any lactose ingested. The condition can span different severities which depend on the amounts of lactase produced by their bodies; the range is typically mild, moderate or severe reduction.

Once you order your test, you will receive a comprehensive home test kit, which includes everything needed to take the test via an oral mouth swab. Your results will arrive in a timely manner, and will reveal:

  • Whether you carry a genotype which places you at low or high risk
  • Dietary recommendations, changes in lifestyle and further counselling or advice
  • Description of what exactly lactose intolerance is and its prevalence in different parts of the world
  • A complete list of symptoms as well as other conditions that could also have these symptoms.

This test is perfect for those experiencing any of the symptoms of lactose intolerance and provides peace of mind as well as a way forward to achieving a happier and healthier gut.

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Mother-Baby Friendly Philippines: Putting Mothers and Babies First.

During the nine months of pregnancy, expectant mothers receive a wealth of information and advice from family, friends, medical professionals, and sometimes well-meaning strangers. One of the most hotly debated topics that always arises is that of breastfeeding, which is naturally the best way to feed and nourish your new bundle of joy. Contrary to popular belief, even though breastfeeding is a natural process, it doesn’t come naturally to all mothers, which can cause both physical and emotional pain to already exhausted new mothers.
The first week in August is Mother-Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative Week, which coincides with International Breastfeeding Week. This marks a great time to reflect on and research the best ways to feed and care for your baby. The Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative commenced as a program by UNICEF and the World Health Organisation, designating hospitals and maternity facilities as ‘baby friendly’. These facilities would have to implement 10 specific steps to support natural, successfully breastfeeding in new mothers, and not accept free or low-cost breastmilk substitutes.

In the Philippines, it is a timely reminder to highlight the need to support mothers in their breastfeeding journey, during their stay in hospital to at least six months after they have discharged. It is also an initiative to ensure that maternity facilities are safe, hygienic, and well-equipped to provide ultimate support to new mothers.
We all know that breastfeeding is the best natural way to nourish a newborn, but did you know that your genes can also play an important part in your baby’s health? For those people who really want to invest in the health of their baby and go the extra mile, even in the prenatal stages, there are a number of products from EasyDNA Philippines that may assist. There is a range of DNA tests that can help to provide peace of mind, as well as giving a snapshot of your baby’s health and susceptibility to diseases and conditions. There are also tests which will reveal aspects of your child’s personality, behaviour and other tendencies. The tests include:
Prenatal testing: Prenatal or antenatal tests are tests carried out during pregnancy. The tests offered during pregnancy are:
Prenatal Peace: this test screens for 18 genetic conditions, including Down Syndrome. It is 100% safe and non-invasive to the mother and her unborn child. This test can be taken from as early as 8 weeks pregnant.

Newborn Genetic Test with NOVA™ – A newborn screening test that determines a baby’s risk for 50 inherited disorders, as well as providing personalised genetic information on how you might react to 20 prescription drugs. This test is suitable for children up to the age of 5.
Children’s DNA Discovery – How do your child’s genes influence who they are and what they can be? Where does their height come from? Are they athletic? What about their learning patterns and memory? Are they a risk taker? Find out the answers you want to know with this unique test.
Mother Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative Week is the perfect time to consider your options for a birthing hospital, research breastfeeding, and to perhaps take a deeper look into how genetics play a part in your baby’s development, personality and risk of developing a number of conditions. It’s time to put yourself and your baby’s health first!

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Making Better Choices Your New Normal: Nutrition Month

How healthy do you think you are? Are you someone who watches what you eat, or are you more of a ‘grab an unhealthy snack and hope for the best’ kind of person? We get it, it’s not always easy to implement or maintain healthy eating as a regular part of your life, and there are many factors that affect a person’s ability to eat nutritious, healthy food. Most recently, the COVID-19 pandemic has affected growing, production and delivery of fresh food to many nations, including the Philippines. Another factor that affects good nutrition is cost. Fresh food is often notoriously expensive, and much of a person’s wage can be spent on sustaining a family. Surprisingly, 64% of Filipinos cannot afford a healthy diet, which can obviously lead to serious implications on nutrition and overall health. Despite this, more than 57% of Filipinos have an optimistic outlook towards their health, which is encouraging.

July is Nutrition Month, aiming to raise awareness of the specific diets needed to combat illnesses such as hypertension, diabetes, and certain types of cancers, and also how food can be the first line of defence against certain illnesses. The month offers much to the general citizen as well as advocates who want better standards for food production and more affordable, healthy choices being readily available to all. The theme for Nutrition Month 2022 is “New normal na nutrisyon, sama-samang gawan ng solusyon!” (New normal nutrition, let’s work out the solution together).

So what simple things can you do, to improve your overall health? With a little effort, healthy eating is possible for everyone. First, you can check your diet. Are there lots of processed non fresh foods? How do they make you feel? Where does your food come from? What about starting a small, kitchen garden to ensure that you have the basics? Shopping locally, and buying seasonal produce can also improve your nutrition, as well as supporting producers in your area.

Did you know that your genes can play an important part in your health? For those people who really want to invest in their health and nutrition, there are a number of products from EasyDNA Philippines that can help to improve these aspects of your life. The tests include:

Genetic Predisposition Health Test: By looking at your DNA profile, this test will allow you to establish whether you have a genetic predisposition toward developing any one of 34 diseases and conditions, including Type 1 and 2 diabetes, and obesity.

DNA Diet and Healthy Weight Test: This test can help you understand why you can’t keep off those extra pounds, providing you the personalised nutrition and fitness recommendations you need to get your weight to budge – and keep it off. Your results will also reveal which nutrients and vitamins you are in need of.

Lactose Intolerance Test: Did you know that dairy foods can have a negative affect on some people’s health. If you feel bloated, uncomfortable or suffer from indigestion after consuming dairy products, you may have an intolerance to lactose.

Celiac Disease Genetic Testing: Celiac disease is a serious genetic autoimmune disorder that can be controlled by changes to your diet.

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We are all different, with varying dietary likes and needs, but we can all take small (or big!) steps to making improvements to our nutrition. Nutrition Month is the prefect time to make a change for the better, and to ensure you lead a happier, healthier life. Make healthy your new normal this July!

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National Safe Kids Week!

Children are our most precious possession. From the moment they are born, until they leave home as grown adults, it is a parent’s and community’s job to keep them safe from harm. We do anything and everything to ensure that our children are well fed, clothed, and love, and we hope every day that a tragic accident doesn’t happen, that might cause injury, disability of death. Similarly, we worry endlessly when they are ill, and hope that our healthy children never contract a deadly disease or develop a condition that could impact on their lives.

Each year in the Philippines, the third week in June is dedicated to keeping Filipino children of all ages safe, and we celebrate National Safe Kids Week. The Filipino government, backed up by non-profit organizations and global partners such as UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO), continues to work hard for the safety of all children. However, the dangers to children leading to unintentional death are still prevalent in our communities.

In previous years, dangers to children were often present around the home, and included injury or death as a result of bicycle, car or pedestrian mishaps, as well as falls inside the home. In today’s world of abundant technology, risks to children have increased and a whole new realm of hazards must be considered. Keeping children safe in an online environment, where bullying and inappropriate material is in abundance, is just another thing that parents have to take into account when thinking about their children’s safety. Sadly, the COVID-19 pandemic has lead to an increase in child exploitation, which is yet another worry that parents have to endure. Additionally, childhood diseases are also a concern for many parents, and these concerns can start from when children are very young. Parents who want to gain some peace of mind in regards to their children’s health and potential for developing diseases and conditions, can look to EasyDNA Philippines for a suite of DNA tests that could put their minds at ease.

The Prenatal Peace, Nova Newborn Discovery, and the Children’s DNA Discovery test are just some of the amazing DNA tests available to help ease your worries about a happy, healthy child. The Prenatal Peace tests for 18 different genetic conditions, including Down Syndrome. This screening test only requires a medical blood draw from the expectant mother. Once your sample is received, the cell free fetal DNA in the same sample will be analysed to confirm or exclude Down’s. Scientists analyse the foetal DNA in the maternal blood sample to establish the ratio of foetal chromosomes. The Nova Newborn Discovery test is the perfect test for parents worried about their newborn. Nova is a newborn screening test that determines a baby’s risk for 50 inherited disorders, as well as providing personalised genetic information on the metabolism of 20 drugs. This test is suitable for children up until 5 years of age. The Children’s DNA Discovery is a comprehensive test, encompassing a number of key factors relating to your child’s health. These include their athleticism, height, their learning patterns, how they handle risks, and their memory performance. This test reveal your child’s tendencies, allowing you to find out how your child’s genes influence who they are and who they might become.

There is no better time than right now to become an advocate for your child’s health and safety, so get on board with National Safe Kids Week, and EasyDNA Philippines. Your kids will thank you for it!

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