Factors behind Autoimmune Diseases

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Which enzyme is associated with gray hair?

CAT

Which gene influences cholesterol synthesis, caffeine metabolism, and blood pressure responses to caffeine?

CYP1A2

Which gene mutations can lead to high or low ammonia levels and depleted Glutathione levels?

CBS

According to the text, what is nutrigenomics?

The study of how your genetic variants influence your body's responses to nutrition and lifestyle choices

What are the main factors that can turn your genes on and off, according to the text?

Epigenetics, microbiome, and exposome

How many genes and variants are there to consider when focusing on genetic variants, according to the text?

20,000 genes and 3 million variants

Which of the following factors can contribute to autoimmune disease?

All of the above

Which of the following genes are associated with a predisposition to react to foods?

HLA-DQA1 and HLA-DQA2 genes

What enzyme plays a key role in deactivating histamine?

Diamine oxidase

Which gene is responsible for producing lactase, an enzyme that helps digest milk?

LCT

Which gene is associated with fatigue, ADHD, mental health disorders, Parkinson's disease, and essential hypertension?

MAOB

Which gene plays a role in inhibiting inflammation and histamine release?

CNR1

Which gene may increase susceptibility to lectin and other food sensitivities?

CNR1

Which PPAR enzyme is responsible for lowering blood lipid levels and increasing good cholesterol?

PPAR-alpha

Which PPAR enzyme aids fat burning in muscles and the heart while controlling blood glucose and cholesterol levels?

PPAR-beta

"Identify the Factors Contributing to Autoimmune Disease" Quiz: Test your knowledge on the key factors that contribute to autoimmune diseases. Learn about genetic predisposition, leaky gut, and environmental triggers such as stress and gluten consumption. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of autoimmune diseases.

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