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IL6
Interleukin 6
Inflammation Chr. 7 1 SNP analyzed

About this gene

Pro-inflammatory cytokine involved in immune response

Gene function

Regulates inflammation and immune response

Analyzed variants (SNPs)

rs1800795 IL6 -174G/C Population frequency: 40.0% Chr. 7 : 22,727,026

IL6 promoter variant affecting inflammation levels

Genotype Impact What it means
GG (Normal) Normal Normal inflammatory response. Maintain a balanced, anti-inflammatory diet (omega-3s, colourful produce).
GC (Carrier) Low impact Slightly elevated inflammatory tendency. Favour anti-inflammatory foods (oily fish, olive oil, turmeric, berries) and limit ultra-processed foods and excess sugar.
CC (Variant) Moderate Higher inflammatory tendency. Prioritise omega-3s, polyphenols and turmeric, limit refined carbs and processed meat, and keep active with good sleep.

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