Recent nutrigenomics studies show the influence of genotype on the responsiveness to dietary factors or nutrients that may reduce CVD risk. Nutrigenomics research is expected to provide the scientific evidence for genotype–based personalized nutrition to promote health and prevent chronic disease, including CVD. It is imperative that healthcare providers, including cardiovascular nurses, are trained in genetics to foster delivery of competent genetic– and genomic–focused care and to facilitate incorporation of this new knowledge into current clinical practice, education, and research.
Progress in Cardiovascular Nursing, 12/22/09
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