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ADD1
Adducin 1
Weight Management Chr. 4 1 SNP analyzed

About this gene

Salt-sensitive blood pressure gene.

Analyzed variants (SNPs)

rs4961 ADD1 Gly460Trp Population frequency: 20.0%
Genotype Impact What it means
GG (Normal) Normal Normal renal sodium handling - typical salt sensitivity. Keep sodium moderate and a potassium-rich diet.
GT (Carrier) Moderate Slightly increased salt sensitivity. Moderate sodium (<5 g salt/day) and emphasise potassium-rich foods (vegetables, fruit, legumes).
TT (Variant) High impact Salt-sensitive hypertension risk. Limit added salt and processed foods, boost potassium and magnesium, and monitor blood pressure.

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