Genes and Lifestyle: Understanding Their Impact on Health

Is there a genetic 'silver spoon'? What your genes can, and can't, tell you

Genetics play a pivotal role in determining the predisposition to certain diseases, but they don't seal our fate. Factors such as lifestyle choices and environmental context heavily impact our overall health and life paths. A recent study on twins underscores the strong correlation between genetics and intelligence, as well as socioeconomic achievement, prompting a reevaluation of how we perceive privilege.

By PRIYANKA JAISWAL