NUTRIGENOMICS – A NEW HORIZON IN PERIODONTICS

Abstract

Nutrigenomics is an emerging scientific research speciality which deals with the role of nutrition on gene expression. With excellence in uniqueness, as it focusses on individual response to specific nutrients depending on individual’s unique genetic makeup, it is widely accepted among individuals. Globalization and economic progress have led to lifestyle diseases. Unhealthy habits and sedentary lifestyle have led to lifestyle diseases. The main aim of nutrigenomics is to provide personalized dietary information to the public based on individual’s unique genetic make-up. The present review focusses on basic concepts of nutrigenomics, the role of diet on gene expression, how diets modify systemic diseases and nutrient – gene interactions.

Keywords: Nutrigenomics, Gene expression, Dietary information, Genetic make-up, Periodontitis.