Heart disease becomes more of a prevalent threat as we age, especially when the disease runs in your family. The best remedy to this is physical fitness. Regardless of our genetic inheritance, all of us can benefit by moving more. This topic is considerable as it aligns with WellPath’s 2019 resolution to get and stay moving.
To delve even deeper into the topic, understanding the medical and genetic effects of these resolutions can help remind you of the purpose of get healthier this year. While genetics contribute as a major trigger of heart disease, it’s important to realize that DNA does not write our medical record. “Diet, smoking, weight and other aspects of health and lifestyle can also change how some genes affect other genes.” says Dr. Erik Ingelsson, a professor of medicine at Stanford who oversaw the study.
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