Your DNA is not a good predictor of health

Your DNA is not your destiny -- or a good predictor of your health

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In the largest meta-analysis ever conducted, scientists have examined two decades of data from studies that examine the relationships between common gene mutations, also known as single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), and different diseases and conditions. And the results show that the links between most human diseases and genetics are shaky at best.

"Simply put, DNA is not your destiny, and SNPs are duds for disease prediction," said David Wishart, professor in the University of Alberta's Department of Biological Sciences and the Department of Computing Science and co-author on the study. The vast majority of diseases, including many cancers, diabetes, and Alzheimer's disease, have a genetic contribution of 5 to 10 per cent at best

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Despite these rare exceptions, it is becoming increasingly clear that the risks for getting most diseases arise from your metabolism, your environment, your lifestyle, or your exposure to various kinds of nutrients, chemicals, bacteria, or viruses," explained Wishart.

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We are approaching near 50% obesity rates in America. Statistically, half of this board are fat, troll like, baws. Why do you avoid exercising and eating a healthy diet? Are the big macs and bud lights worth losing 10 years of your life?

I work 50-60 hours a week, help raise a child, and manage to lift weights for an hour 5 days a week. You have no excuse.

Go to the fricking gym