Nutrigenetics

Nutrigenetics studies the interactions between diet (type, amount, composition) and the genetic differences between individuals.

Examples of nutrigenetic interactions

 * Genetic differences in immune response to dietary antigens
 * e.g.Celiac disease


 * Genetic differences in food preference
 * e.g. Taste perception (bitter tasting) OMIM 171200


 * Phenylketonuria


 * Lactose intolerance / Adult lactase persistence

Related articles

 * Celiac Disease