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Why does everyone digest food in a different way?

Humans have evolved to adapt to various lifestyles and dietary needs, and their genes have altered their metabolism to do so. The metabolism's effectiveness in processing macronutrient (carbohydrates, proteins, and fats) as well as your caloric intake during various sporting activities might be impacted by minor variations in the DNA, known as polymorphisms, that differ between persons.The word nutritional genetics (nutrigenetic) is also used in this sense.Four forms of genetic metabolism have been identified by CoGAP® (Meta-types).

These genetic variances make sure, among other things, that every person processes food differently. Every time you come across friends or family that are leaner or stronger, you may relate to this conclusion from your own experience.

What underlying idea drives CoGAP MetaCheck®?

These genetic variants serve as the starting point for the CoGAP® metabolic study. The objective is not just any generic diet; rather, it should take into account your unique Meta-type as identified by CoGAP® and provide support through expert nutrition and exercise advice.

The CoGAP MetaCheck® is a genetic metabolic analysis that identifies the Meta-type and its effects in persons who are seeking help. By identifying the Meta-types, you may provide cutting-edge dietary and exercise guidance as a MetaCheck consultant. Retrospective investigations have already been carried out in the United States and at the German Sport university of Cologne's Center for Health. Clinical research has not yet confirmed the relationship between genetic predisposition and weight change satisfactorily. CoGAP is sure, though, that a diet that takes into account the genetic traits of the person seeking guidance can produce better outcomes than a diet that disregards these physiological traits.

The different COGApO Meta-Types

The four Meta-types that CoGAP® identifies are Alpha (a), Beta (B), Gamma (v), and Delta (6). Each of these Meta-types processes the food's macronutrients in a unique way, in theory. Moreover, CoGAP® assigns one of the two activity variants—E for "Endurance" or S for "Speed"—to each Meta-type. Depending on the type of activity, these exercise variations can have varying calorie consumption rates, according to CoGAP®. Procedu consultation and sample collection (cheek swab) the sample being sent to the lab Results delivery and analysis a follow-up meeting.

Distribution of CoGAP meta types

In a 2017 study, the Fresenius University of Applied Sciences and the Center of Genetic Analysis and Prognosis examined the distribution of the CoGAP meta-type in the European population [1]. In order to achieve the highest significance for the study, the anonymised data of 16,641 randomly selected MetaCheck results from different European regions were used. The results show that the four different meta types of alpha, beta, gamma and delta are relatively evenly distributed among the population (Fig. I), while there are clear differences in the sports types E and S (Fig. II). Figure III shows the distribution of different meta and sports type combinations.

The CoGAP® nutrition portal

The CoGAp® nutrition portal offers diet and nutrition plans, as well as Meta-type-appropriate recipes that have been calorically adjusted, for individuals looking for advise. Other personal variables, such as gender, age, height, weight, and level of physical activity, are also taken into consideration in addition to Meta-types. individualised meal plansindividualised recipe recommendations Calorie requirements, a BMI calculator, and a page with advice on nutrition and exercise.

CoGAP MetaCheck®
Advantages of the CoGAP MetaCheck® Test
For you as Doctors
  • Picture gain (modern, innovative) for each individual.
  • Consistent dedication
  • A cutting-edge service
  • Simple management of testing.
  • A personalized dietary plan has a high adoption rate (45%) (3) free of charge.
For you as Patient
  • Personalised diet and exercise guidelines
  • Variations in diet over time
  • Weight loss based on one genetic tes
  • A simple swab of the cheek is sufficient.
  • The CoGAP® nutrition website is available.