What my genes are telling me

I submitted my DNA to 23andme.com for genetic testing.

Here are some interesting results.

I am 80% Chinese

The Goods:
- Dry earwax. No body odour.
- Greatly increased memory performance.
- Low risk of HIV load, macular degeneration
- Mix of muscle types and likely a sprinter.

The Bad:
- Increased risk of coronary artery disease
- 10x increased risk of wet age related macular degeneration To minimize your risk of age related macular degeneration, consider a diet rich in vitamins C and E, lutein, zeaxanthin and the minerals zinc and copper, such as kale, spinach and broccoli
- introversion; depression resistant;
- Lack of empathy? You have a SNP in the oxytocin receptor which may make you less empathetic than most people. When under stress you may have more difficulty recognizing the emotional state of others which impacts loneliness, parenting, and socializing skills
- 2.6x increased risk for Crohn's disease

The Others:
- Lactose intolerant
- No asian flush
- More likely to think cilantro tastes like soap
- more stimulated by coffee
- you will lose 2.5x as much weight on a low fat diet
- blond hair & blue eyes is 4x more likely
- straighter, thicker hair, and increased odds of having shovel-shaped incisors
- increased susceptibility to novelty seeking
- antidepressants are 7x less effective on me