Introduction Telomeres are protective caps at the ends of chromosomes that help maintain the stability of our DNA. Over time, these telomeres naturally become shorter as cells divide. When they become too short, cells can no longer function properly and may die or become damaged, which contributes to aging and the development of chronic diseases. Some earlier studies suggested that nutrients like vitamin D and…
Continue reading →At-home genetic test kits face scrutiny for providing information that may provide consumers with an incomplete picture of their genetic health risks and ancestry Genetic testing for disease risk and heritage are hugely popular. But though clinical laboratory and pathology professionals understand the difference between a doctor-ordered genetic health risk (GHR) test and a direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic test, the typical genetic test customer may not. And misunderstanding the…
Continue reading →About the Author Beth Ellen DiLuglio, MS, RDN, CCN, LDN is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist and Registered Dietitian with a 20 year history of certification in nutrition support. Beth earned a Master of Science degree in Human Nutrition from Columbia University in New York City. She earned her Bachelor’s in Biology/Psychology and developed a course of independent studies in Nutrition at Wheaton College in Norton,…
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