supplements
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Urolithins and their Many Health Benefits
Urolithin A and B are natural polyphenol compounds found in fruits, such as pomegranates and berries, and walnuts. These urolithins are both produced by gut bacteria. Claims about Urolithin A include…
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Açai Berries and Their Health Benefits
Acai berries are berries that grow on palm trees in the rainforests of South America, including Brazil. They have received a lot of attention due to their potent anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, and…
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Vitamin D and Its Health Benefits
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps the body absorb and regulate calcium levels in the body. It is critical for building and maintained bone mass which, in turn is…
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Vitamin B12 and Its Health Benefits
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is a water-soluble vitamin that is present in certain food and available as a dietary supplement. Like vitamin D, deficiency of this vitamin is common, especially in older…
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Supplemental Testosterone and Its Risks
I wrote an article on Human Growth Hormone (HGH) and the popularity of peptides that stimulate its secretion in the body to treat some of the maladies of aging, including brain…
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Spermidine as Longevity Agent
Spermidine is a “polyamine” compound originally isolated in sperm but is now sourced from wheat germ, lentils, soybeans, and other vegetables. It is also found in certain cheeses and meat sources,…
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Resveratrol and Its Health Benefits
Resveratrol is a naturally occurring chemical found in the skin in red grapes and other fruits and nuts. Resveratrol is one member of a group of compounds called polyphenols. It is…
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Probiotics for Gut Health
The importance of the “gut microbiome” to our physical wellness has become an area of intense interest among scientists and those of us who are dedicated to improving and maintaining excellent…
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NAD+ Part 2: How We Can Boost Our NAD+ Levels
NAD+ levels can be naturally increased by (1) taking NAD+ precursor supplements and (2) living a healthy lifestyle. The latter certainly includes exercise and diet – not only what we eat…
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NAD Precursors, NR and NMN
NAD+ is an essential in mitochondrial energy metabolism and supplements with this interesting compound have been associated with longevity, overall improvement in health, and attenuation of diseases, including neurodegenerative disorders. A…
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Metformin and Its Effects on Longevity
Metformin is a drug that has been widely used since the 1960s to treat type 2 diabetes. It lowers blood sugar by increasing the sensitivity of the tissues in the body…
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Hormesis as a tool in Longevity Medicine
In longevity science, “hormesis” refers to adaptive responses to mild stressors, such as fasting, exercising, and exposure to heat and cold. Hormesis elicits beneficial cellular metabolic responses, including sirtuin activation (to…