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PON1
Paraoxonase 1
Metabolic Health & Glycemia Chr. 7 1 SNP analyzed

About this gene

Antioxidant enzyme

Gene function

Prevents LDL oxidation

Analyzed variants (SNPs)

rs662 PON1 Q192R Population frequency: 30.0%
Genotype Impact What it means
AA (Normal) Low impact Q/Q - lower PON1 activity, more susceptible to LDL oxidation and slower clearance of pesticide residues. Favour a Mediterranean, antioxidant-rich diet (olive oil, berries, leafy greens), choose organic where practical, and don't smoke.
AG (Carrier) Normal Q/R - intermediate PON1 antioxidant capacity. Keep antioxidant-rich foods (olive oil, colourful produce), wash produce well, and favour organic where practical.
GG (Variant) Normal R/R - higher PON1 activity and better protection against oxidised LDL. Maintain a balanced, antioxidant-rich diet.

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