Why knowing your DNA matters?

DNA – a key to health, prevention, and better living

Today, health awareness and prevention play an essential role in conscious self-care. Our genes offer a unique guide to understanding our bodies and adapting our lifestyles to better suit their needs. Identifying genetic predispositions is no longer futuristic – it’s a practical step with real health benefits today.

Each of us encounters endless health, nutrition, and fitness advice from friends, family, and ‘tried and tested’ online tips. This constant flow can become overwhelming. What works for one person may not be right or effective for another. Our bodies are unique, and the best way to take care of them is to get to know them from the inside – to begin to understand your own genetic code.

Genetic analysis provides insights into how our bodies respond to different foods, exercise routines, and treatments. Instead of following one-size-fits-all advice that may not always fit your individual needs, a DNA test can help you tailor your health care based on real data and science.  Understanding your own DNA is essential for proactive daily health care.

1. Choose a DNA test – it works quite simply

The process is straightforward: order the test, collect a saliva sample, and await lab results, which are then accessible through our easy-to-use app. Taking a saliva sample from the oral cavity is simple and painless. You don’t have to worry about the security of your data – everything is done under a unique code, ensuring anonymity and security. And the best part? You don’t have to be a genetics expert or a doctor – the results are written clearly and every technical word is explained. In addition to the characteristics of the disease, its prevalence in the population and possible risk factors, the results also include scientifically based recommendations.

2. Prevent diseases before they start

One of the biggest benefits of DNA analysis is that it gives us insight into our genetic risk for developing certain diseases. For example, the Leiden mutation, affecting up to 7% of Central Europeans, increases blood clot risks. A traditional general preventive check-up may not detect this predisposition unless a specific test is carried out. If a DNA test reveals the Leiden mutation, preventive anticoagulant treatment can be arranged during elective surgery—a procedure that itself increases clotting risk. Surgical procedures are themselves a risk factor for blood clots.

3. Adapt your approach to diet and exercise

Not all dietary recommendations are suitable for everyone. Each of us has different genetic predispositions that affect how our bodies process the nutrients we take in. While someone may be predisposed to lactose intolerance, others may have a higher need for vitamin D. Similarly, your genetic profile can determine whether you find it easier to engage in endurance sports or speed-strength activities. Knowing this information allows you to tailor your training plan and nutrition to be as effective and healthy as possible.

4. Discover the power of your genes for your family’s future

DNA analysis is important not only for us, but also for future generations. Thanks to it, we can find out if we are carriers of genetic mutations that could affect the health of our children. There are diseases that do not manifest themselves in disease carriers, but only if a person inherits the mutation from both parents. For example, cystic fibrosis, which is carried by about 2% of the people who pass our DNA analysis, leads to severe respiratory and digestive problems. Haemochromatosis, carried by as many as a third of our customers, causes excessive iron build-up in the body, which can lead to organ damage.

This knowledge can be crucial in family planning and ensuring the best possible prevention for our family.

5. Improve your quality of life by making conscious choices

Knowing our genes means we can better understand the signals our bodies are giving us. Whether it’s metabolism, athletic potential, or mental health, genetic analysis helps us make conscious decisions that lead to an improved quality of life. Being aware of predispositions allows us to focus on areas that need more attention and take steps that will lead us to long-term health.

Listen to your body, not advice from the internet

Nowadays, it is easy to succumb to the plethora of “tried and tested” tips and advice that circulate on the internet. However, each of us is unique and what works for one person may not necessarily work for another. That’s why it’s also important to listen to the information that is encoded in your genes. Based on a DNA test, you can get personalized recommendations that are tailored just for you.

What we offer

DNA ERA provides advanced DNA tests that give you insight into your genetic profile. With our DNA Complex test, you will discover more than 140 genetic predispositions that affect your health, nutrition, athletic performance, or even family planning. Each test is crafted with an emphasis on quality and safety, and provides personalized recommendations to help you improve your health and quality of life.