Genetic Testing

 FuadFit provides Nutrigenomix Genetic Testing as an add-on service to the nutrition packages.

You will be provided with step-by-step instructions from start to finish with the test. Once the results are in, Fuad will help you understand the results, and seamlessly work them into your nutrition goals.

Are you concerned about your sodium intake? Are you consuming too much caffeine? How about omega-3 fatty acids? Are you taking supplements and not sure how much to take and how much of it is absorbed by your body? Genetic testing can provide the answers.

Nutrigenomics is the study of how individual genetic variation affects…

a person’s response to nutrients and impacts the risk of nutrition-related chronic diseases.

It has long been apparent that some people respond differently from others to certain foods. For example, individuals with lactose intolerance experience gastrointestinal discomfort after consuming certain dairy products, while other individuals can consume dairy with no problems. Nutrigenomics allows us to understand how our genes affect the way we respond to the foods, beverages and supplements we consume.

A simple test can reveal how your body responds to different foods and nutrients, based on your individual genetic profile. This test is done through a company called Nutrigenomix. The test is done by collecting a small sample of saliva, which is used to isolate DNA. This test is available only through qualified health care practitioners, including Registered Dietitians. I am currently offering these tests to my clients as an add-on for more personalized nutrition plan. If you would like to find out more, please contact me. 

Learn more about Nutrigenomix and how it works…

Sample Nutrigenomix Reports

Nutrigenomix FAQ’s

  • Nutrigenomix is a University of Toronto start-up biotechnology company that is dedicated to empowering healthcare professionals and their clients with comprehensive, reliable, genomic information with the ultimate goal of improving health through personalized nutrition. Nutrigenomix currently offers two tests with new panels added as the science develops. Both tests consist of a panel of 45 genetic markers related to several important aspects of your lifestyle including weight management and body composition, nutrient metabolism, eating habits, cardiometabolic health, food intolerances, and physical activity. The Nutrigenomix Health and Wellness test is intended for the general public to optimize health and wellbeing, whereas the Nutrigenomix Sport test is focused on enhancing performance and decreasing injury risk while optimizing health.

  • A simple saliva sample is required to test the 45 genetic markers included in our reports. The sample will be taken by your Registered Dietitian and sent to the Nutrigenomix laboratory for analysis.

  • Your test results are not intended to form a short-term “diet”. The information provided in your report, combined with the personalized nutrition plan created by your Registered Dietitian, will empower you with knowledge so that you can continually make the best dietary choices on a daily basis.

  • Once our laboratory receives your saliva sample from your Registered Dietitian it should take approximately 2 weeks for the analysis and recommendations to be sent to your healthcare professional. Your healthcare professional will contact you once they receive the results and set up a time to discuss them with you.

  • Armed with information that is specific to your genetic profile, your Registered Dietitian will be able to develop the best dietary plan to help you meet your nutrition and fitness goals. Adhering to those recommendations will enable you to optimize your nutritional status and prevent nutrition-related chronic diseases. The Nutrigenomix Sport test can help you to enhance your performance while decreasing your risk for injuries.

  • Our Nutrigenomix tests analyze DNA for genetic variants that affect your response to the foods and beverages you consume. The test does not predict or diagnose any disease or health condition. With the information from your test results, your healthcare professional will be able to provide you with dietary advice tailored to your individual genetic profile.

  • No. A consult with a Registered Dietitian is the best way to gain the optimum benefit from your genetic test results and personalized nutrition report. Your Registered Dietitian will be able to explain the findings and recommendations to you and help you achieve your optimal diet and healthy eating habits, based on your unique genetic profile.

  • Only your Registered Dietitian will be able to access your genetic test results through Nutrigenomix. Your DNA kit is marked with a unique barcode, which is what we will use at our facilities to analyze your sample. Only your Registered Dietitian will be able to link your kit’s barcode to your personal information. All genetic data is sent through a secure 256-bit encryption server.