DNA And Genetics - The basic Building Blocks

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We have been looking at various aspects of the genetic awareness that has come to the fore recently, and I just wanted to bring a little basic knowledge into the mix.

Within every human cell there is a specific blueprint for that individual's life. This is known as your DNA.

It it said that if you were to take a strand of DNA and measure it from one end to the next it would measure about 6 feet. This DNA is broken down into different parts namely, chromosomes, genes and nucleotides.

There are 23 pairs of chromosomes in each cells. These chromosomes contain all of our genetic information. Inside these chromosomes are genes. These are simply a sequence of DNA that corresponds to a particular inheritable trait, that contribute to our individuality.

We inherit one gene from each parent for each individual trait. Genes are responsible for different physical features like hair color, height etc. The main job of these genes is to tell our bodies how to build proteins. Proteins play a critical role in our bodily functions and just goes to show the important role that genes play in our overall makeup.

The building block of our DNA starts with nucleotides which is the smallest unit in this whole DNA blueprint.

Now research has shown that based strictly on DNA humans are very much alike. Although we have many apparent differences, the DNA between any two persons is 99.1% identical. However, that 0.9% difference in our DNA makeup is very important as it accounts for all of our varied genetic differences.

Scientists now have the ability to identify small variations in our genetic code that can lead to diminished health and wellbeing. By identifying which of these variations you have, it is now possible to design a targeted nutritional supplement program specifically for your genotype.

This brief primer just goes to show a small part of the enormous complexities that goes into making up our bodies. It also reflects the commonalities that exist between individuals and why it is so important to have a DNA assessment done sooner than later.

Thanks for reading.


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