Milk, Coffee and Cappuccino: DNA and Our Tolerance

DNA analysis can determine whether these substances are beneficial or detrimental to our health

Lactose Intolerance and Genetics

Lactose (milk sugar) is digested by the lactase enzyme: primary lactose intolerance is attributable to a variant in the gene (located on chromosome 2) which, in homozygous form (CC), leads to lactase deficiency in the small intestine microvilli. While milk is a nutritious food compatible with adult human nutrition, genetic predispositions make it unsuitable for some individuals.

Caffeine Metabolism

Genetic tests to evaluate caffeine metabolism efficiency and Lactase enzyme activity are available at Istituto Image through the DNAMedico platform.