environmental genetics

Environmental genetics is the study of how our genes interact with environmental factors to influence traits, health, and behaviors. It explores how things like diet, pollution, climate, and lifestyle affect our genetic expression. For example, certain genes might make someone more susceptible to a disease, but environmental factors can either increase or decrease that risk. This field helps us understand the complex relationship between genetics and the environment, emphasizing that both play crucial roles in shaping who we are and how we respond to the world around us.