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10 very desirable genetic variants

10 very desirable genetic variants

-- Business Insider, March 2015
http://uk.businessinsider.com/genes-that-make-you-stronger-and-healthier-2015-3?r=US&IR=T

1. A variant that codes for extra-strong bones (LRP5 G171V/+).
1. A variant that codes for lean muscles (MSTN).
1. A variant that makes people less sensitive to pain ? something that could be dangerous, as pain can be a useful warning signal, but may be helpful in some contexts (SCN9A).
1. A variant that's associated with low odor production (ABCC11).
1. A variant that makes people more resistant to viruses (CCR5, FUT2).
1. A variant that's connected to a low risk of coronary disease (PCSK9).
1. A variant that's associated with a low risk of Alzheimer's disease (APP A673T/+).
1. A variant that's associated with a low cancer risk (GHR, GH).
1. A variant that's associated with a low risk of type 2 diabetes (SLC30A8).
1. A variant that's associated with a low risk of type 1 diabetes (IFIH1 E627X/+).
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