Question 1

What is the relationship between genetics and behavioral eating habits?

Accepted Answer

The genetics of behavior and in particular behavioral eating falls under the category of complex genetics where there are multiple genes contributing.  Unlike many heritable conditions, a single gene is not associated with a specific eating habit.  There are conditions like prader-willi syndrome where the eating habit has a more direct genetic link. For most, there is not a direct link.

Question 2

Is there any connection between eyesight and eating habits? for ex: not having breakfast?

Accepted Answer

It may be that if you are feeling change in eyesight and not eating that you have a fall in your blood sugar levels.  You should see your doctor to assess that your sugars are neither too high (diabetes) or too low (hypoglycemia).  And have them assess your visual acuity at the same time.

Question 3

Is there a genetics connection von hippel-lindau disease?

Accepted Answer

Von hippel-lindau syndrome is an inherited disorder characterized by the formation of tumors and fluid-filled sacs (cysts) in many different parts of the body. Tumors may be either noncancerous or cancerous and usually appear during young adulthood; however, the signs and symptoms of von hippel-lindau syndrome can occur throughout life.

Question 4

Is it possible for a child to be born with autism without any familial genetic connection?

Accepted Answer

See the website mindinstitute.Org. Epigenetic influences like certain viruses & toxins can change the function of fetal genes without changing gene structure. In some instances this causes the set-up for autism. One human study correlates with animal studies. Moms who had fever for a week or more with the flu/other virus had a 3x higher risk of having a child with autism. More studies are needed.

Question 5

They say my adflne is caused by a genetic alteration and maybe there's a connection with asperger, since the tests prove i have the symptoms. correct?

Accepted Answer

I hadn't heard of or seen that before, so i googled those letters: adflne and didn't come up with anything. Sorry. It may be a genetic marker, of which there are many different ones. Maybe a medical geneticist would know? Also, there really is not much that can actually be done to change the genes we have. Have you read: Asperger syndrome by tony attwood? I think it's excellent. Best wishes.

Question 6

Hello doc is there is any way for any human can be diabetic type 1 without genetic connection?and can using insulin for non-diabetic make u diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Type 1 diabetes is the result of an autoimmune attack against the insulin producing cells of the pancreas.  There is a genetic predisposition towards this autoimmunity, but not everyone who gets type 1 diabetes has this distribution.

Diabetes is not contagious and you will not get diabetes from using someone else's insulin.

Question 7

Had colectomy 10/12. severe colonic inertia. dad  had 9" removed of colon same issue. muscles & nerves bad. any connection?  ibs in family both sides. can there be a genetic connection?

Accepted Answer

There are theories that ibs is genetic. I would suggest you discuss this with your md.

Question 8

What can i do to change my eating habits?

Accepted Answer

Only you can really answer that question.  Dr's can tell you what to eat, but only you can do it.  If you want to change your eating habits, write down a food diary of things you would like to eat and those you would not.  Be diligent, be regimented, and follow the "good" diet!

Question 9

How can i change my unhealthy eating habits?

Accepted Answer

See your primary care doctor first to get a check-up. Then, follow the mediterranean diet, daily physical activity 300 minutes per week for life. Reduce alcohol intake to 1 glass of wine 3-4 times per week. Avoid unsaturated fats, eat lots of good fats, eat and drink well in moderation.  Eat protein at all meals and do not skip meals!

Question 10

What are some eating habits that can be broken?

Accepted Answer

Any eating habits can be broken.  It just takes work and commitment.  If junk food is your vice, try consciously substituting that with cut up vegetables for example.  If too much soda is your problem, work on reducing your consumption and drinking water instead.

Relationship between genetics and eating habits

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Is there any connection between eyesight and eating habits? for ex: not having breakfast?

Is there a genetics connection von hippel-lindau disease?

Is it possible for a child to be born with autism without any familial genetic connection?

They say my adflne is caused by a genetic alteration and maybe there's a connection with asperger, since the tests prove i have the symptoms. correct?

Hello doc is there is any way for any human can be diabetic type 1 without genetic connection?and can using insulin for non-diabetic make u diabetic?

Had colectomy 10/12. severe colonic inertia. dad had 9" removed of colon same issue. muscles & nerves bad. any connection? ibs in family both sides. can there be a genetic connection?

What can i do to change my eating habits?

How can i change my unhealthy eating habits?

What are some eating habits that can be broken?

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