Having graduated in his MSc (Med) Master of Science in  Medicine at the University of Witwatersrand, David de Veredicis sought to apply the genetic principles he had learnt in his undergraduate and post-graduate studies, as well as his knowledge acquired through working in the industry. 

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His studies and tuition under Professor Himla Soodyall, one of the pioneers of Genetic Ancestry Testing in South Africa. Prof Soodyall was also P.I and head researcher of the Sub-Saharan Africa division of the National Geographic's Genographic Project, lead by the world renowned researcher Spencer Wells.

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ABOUT FUTURA GENOMICS

Futura has developed its own commercial applications and services for the public, with the intention of generating a greater awareness and understanding of genetics and its impact in our lives. This is the drive to the vision of Futura Genomics. The company is founded by David de Veredicis.

Having graduated in his MSc (Med) Master of Science in  Medicine at the University of Witwatersrand, David de Veredicis sought to apply the genetic principles he had learnt in his undergraduate and post-graduate studies, as well as through his work experience gained in the commercial world. He has studied under Professor Himla Soodyall, one of the pioneers of Genetic Ancestry Testing in South Africa. Prof Soodyall was also the head researcher of the Sub-Saharan Africa division of the National Geographic's Genographic Project, led by the world-renowned researcher Spencer Wells.

 

THE TESTS WE OFFER:

• Ancestry and Personal Facts.

• Sport and wellness.

• Nutrition

…and more to come.

DNA is considered the building blocks of life. The specific arrangement of DNA molecules in our cells determines how our bodies will develop, and mutations (variation within this code) result in the differences seen in each incredibly unique human being. Biological differences are unique physical characteristics we all have. For example, you may have curly hair, a big nose, fast caffeine metabolism, long legs… - and these characteristics are all encoded within the DNA we’ve inherited from our biological parents.   Through analysing YOUR own DNA - it can help you discover details not only about YOURSELF, but also your Ancestors - and help learn the age-old question of where you came from... as well as to understand the instruction manual that is in YOUR body – in order to optimize your FITNESS and WELLNESS.

 

Your DNA can be used to gain knowledge that can enhance YOUR WELLNESS to help you live life to the fullest. Based on your DNA, we can help personalise a training strategy, nutrition and set goals based on your natural ability.

 

Futura’s Nutrigenomics Test is designed to assist the dietician, sports coach and physician in the specifically tailored design eating plan based on the clients’ personal genetic differences. The Futura Nutrigenomics Test provides further information into how each client responds to:

• Carbohydrates, protein and fat metabolism.

• Poly and Mono-unsaturated fats.

• Vitamin metabolism.

• Gluten, lactose, fructose and other intolerances

These are but a few examples.

​The Futura Nutrigenomics Test serves as a guideline to healthy living. It is to be used in conjunction with the recommendation of a nutritionist, wellness trainer or health practitioner. You can discover potential advantages and identify weaknesses, how to go about improving them and how to live a better life.

 

Here, we test several markers unique to YOU. These include but are not limited to:

 

Vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, omega-3, omega-6, sodium, iron, manganese, Caffeine, cholesterol, ion balance, signal transmission, cell-cell signalling, energy potential, pain tolerance and regulation, sex hormones, fat mass, hypothyroidism, free radical damage, fat oxidation, digestion, metabolism including glucose, fat, energy etc., homeostasis, athletic performance, growth factors, amino acid processing, cardiac fitness, sugar consumption, engagement in physical activity, oxygen level adaption, muscle contraction, food breakdown, collagen, nitric oxide synthase, introversion, sugar absorption, Achilles tendon injury risk, obesity risk, Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) risk, etc.