Get Healthy with a Home DNA Testing Kit

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As we welcome fall and spend more time indoors, it’s fun to tackle new projects at home. Why not learn what your DNA says about your health, genetics, and ancestry with a home DNA testing kit?


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Back in college I took an ancestry course and fell in love with learning about my origins and my family tree.

I absolutely love to learn more about where I came from and my personal DNA.

With today’s modern advances in technology, it’s never been easier to learn about our heritage, health, and ancestry from the comfort of our own homes with DNA testing kits.

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Why use a DNA testing kit?

To learn more about DNA testing kits at home and their benefits, I checked out Nebula Genomics to find out the answers.



Who is Nebula Genomics?

Founded by Professor George Church, Nebula Genomics’ mission is to enable personal genome sequencing and understand and edit human genomes. George Church is a Professor of Genetics at Harvard Medical School and a Professor of Health Sciences and Technology at Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).



What is a home DNA testing kit?


Nebula Genomics offers kits like this one to decode your personal DNA the easy way at home.

A simple test from the comfort of your home without needles or pain.

Just simply swab your cheek for a sample.



What is the process to unlock your personal DNA?

Click here to order a DNA test kit, then provide a cheek swab sample, place that in a tube, mail it back, and then get your results. 


What can you expect to learn from this DNA test?

  1. Learn about your ancestry and find new relatives through an extensive database.
  2. Find the right exercise plan to lose weight through DNA-optimized workouts.
  3. Decode all your genes and identify mutations with easy-to-use DNA tools.
  4. Determine appropriate diet and supplements by seeing what foods to avoid or add to your diet.
  5. Get full access to your genomic big data that you can analyze yourself or with a Nebula Genomics expert.
  6. Use your genetic information to extend your life by learning the environmental components of aging.
  7. Uncover your oral microbiome which is closely related to health and wellness.
  8. Learn how genomic research applies to your test results through Nebulas Library, a cutting-edge source of genomic information.
  9. Learn about the genetics of your mind, behavior, and personality as DNA can influence several of these traits.
  10. Nebula DNA tests can also show how your genes can influence the risk of substance abuse like alcohol and opioids. 



Where can I learn more?

Click here to check out more information on DNA testing at home and unlock more information about heredity, ancestry, and health. 

This kit ships free worldwide and click here for a special discount offer. 


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Final thoughts

Back in college, I never dreamed that DNA testing would be available at home and provide so much information on heredity, ancestry, and health. I think it’s exciting to unlock so much information

Your turn!

Have you tried DNA testing at home to learn about your background? Are you thinking of trying DNA testing at home? Have you purchased a kit for a friend or family member as a gift? Let me know in the comments!

35 thoughts on “Get Healthy with a Home DNA Testing Kit”

  1. I also got interested in my genealogy around college! I’ve done the Ancestry DNA test and had a bunch of my family do theirs as well. I find it completely fascinating. I haven’t heard of this brand before but looks like they have a lot to offer. Thanks for the informative post!

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    • Hi McKinley!

      I find DNA testing so fascinating as well. There’s so much a home DNA testing kit can uncover. I’m excited you found the post informative!

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  2. Great post and product. I initially had to become a geneticist and even studied it before changing to skin therapy. But I still love genetics, and this awesome product that lets you find out almost everything you need to know about yourself is mind-blowing.

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    • Hi Lina Sni!

      I was totally blown away by all the information a home DNA testing kit can uncover, too. There’s so much information from such a simple test! That’s fascinating you are a geneticist and skin therapist!

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  3. I have never tried this before! You have peaked my interest and I look forward to learning more.

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    • Hi Lindsey!

      I hope you are able to learn more about home DNA testing kits – they are so interesting!

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  4. I am excited to try this for the first time! You have really sparked my interest, and I can’t wait to learn more.

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    • Hi Amy!

      I’m excited you liked the information on home DNA testing kits. I hope you are able to learn more soon.

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  5. This is a fantastic post and product. Tthis amazing technology allows you to learn almost everything you want to know about yourself. Incredible!

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    • Hi Lori!

      I’m so glad you enjoyed the post about getting healthy with a home DNA testing kit. It’s amazing all the information you can uncover!

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
    • My kit is on its way in the mail right now. Can’t wait to get my hands on it!

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      • Hi Brooke!

        I’m excited you are getting the home DNA testing kit! I hope you love it!

        Thank you for reading!

        Reply
  6. I’ve really been toying with the idea for a while now so this article has been super helpful. Thank you!

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    • Hi Belle!

      I’m excited you found the information on getting healthy with a home DNA testing kit helpful.

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  7. I’ve literally always wanted to try one of these but I’m just scared of what these companies do with your dna after😂

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    • Hi Liv!

      Interesting thought. I’ll have to do some research.

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  8. I purchased a DNA test kit a few years ago. I was amazed at how it was able to uncover so much information with one little swab. Great post!

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    • Hi Kirsten!

      That’s fantastic you got great information from a home DNA testing kit. They really uncover so much information!

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  9. I’ve heard a lot about DNA ancestry kits. We have done extensive research into our family ancestry already and so never thought about doing a home test. I didn’t know that it was possible to get DNA optimized workouts. This is really intriguing : maybe I’ll have to give it a try!

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    • Hi Linda!

      It’s amazing all the information that these home DNA testing kits can uncover. The possibilities are great! Hopefully you are able to try them out.

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  10. This seems really neat!! It’s interesting that then you can figure out the best ways to lose weight and appropriate diet! Plus, all the other stuff. Very cool. And I love that it says it ships worldwide!! Thank you for sharing!!!

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    • Hi Amanda!

      I’m excited you enjoy the post. It’s amazing all the information that can be uncovered with a simple home DNA testing kit!

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  11. I know about ancestry DNA, but It is interesting to learn that there is a home DNA testing kit that can be used to detect genetic data relating to one’s health. Thanks for sharing.

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    • Hi Kevin!

      It’s amazing what a home DNA testing kit can detect. I was surprised to learn about this type of testing.

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  12. I got an Ancestry.com kit as a gift and it was so neat learning about where I came from. This sounds like a great investment getting this kit. I will definitely look into it more.

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    • Hi Kara!

      I was impressed with all this kit can do. I’ve heard great things about ancestry.com, too.

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  13. Very interesting post about the home DNA testing kit. Thanks for sharing. Nancy Andres @ Colors 4 Health.

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    • Hi Nancy!

      I’m excited you found the home DNA testing kit post interesting.

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  14. We’ve purchased these as gifts in the past. I haven’t done one myself yet!

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  15. I’ve been thinking about doing this for some time but never got it started. Thanks for the kit recommendation!

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    • Hi Stephanie!

      I hope you are able to get some interesting background from a kit if you try one.

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  16. Okay wow! I did not realise these tests could help with health and weight loss?! I always assumed it was just basic info and ancestry! Definitely going to look into these!

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    • Hi Katherine!

      I was very surprised to learn about the DNA testing kits and how they work. It was very interesting to me, too.

      Thank you for reading!

      Reply
  17. Insightful article on DNA, unraveling the complexities of our genetic code. The intricate dance of nucleotides dictates life’s blueprint. Exciting advancements in genetic research hold promises for a healthier future.

    Reply

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