Precision nutrition: Hype or hope?

Precision nutrition holds promise, says nutrition expert Frank Hu.

February 15, 2017 – Precision medicine—tailoring drugs and therapies to a person’s genetic profile—has been touted in recent years as a way to maximize the benefits of treatment while minimizing side effects. Experts are now wondering if personalizing an individual’s diet according to their DNA profile—called precision nutrition—can also improve health.