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CARWhat is spermidine and how does it affect our health and longevity?
In the quest for a long, healthy life, longevity research focuses on specific bioactive molecules. One of these has attracted particular attention in recent years: spermidine – an endogenous substance that contributes crucially to cell health and can support a healthy lifespan by activating a...
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What is autophagy and how does it contribute to longevity?
In the ever-evolving field of longevity research, the term “autophagy” has become one of the most important areas of research. Autophagy is a process fundamental to cellular health and function and has profound effects on health and lifespan extension. So what is autophagy and how does it contri...
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The role of telomeres in aging and longevity
The pursuit of longevity, or simply a healthier, longer life, is an age-old pursuit. An exciting area of research in this area is the tiny protective caps on our DNA, the telomeres. The role of these tiny structures in human aging and lifespan has attracted significant scientific attention in ...
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mTOR, SIRT and AMPK: 3 molecules for longevity
Recent research has revealed several biological pathways linked to aging and longevity. Among these, three molecular agents stand out that have a profound impact on our biological clock: mTOR, SIRT and AMPK. Each of these molecular agents offers us unique insights into the complex mechanisms tha...
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The Horvath Clock: A Biological Clock for Longevity Research
The concept of the “internal biological clock” is familiar to most people, but less well known is the Horvath clock. This particular clock is an epigenetic method developed by Dr. Steve Horvath, a professor of human genetics and biostatistics at the University of California, Los Angeles.
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The 9 Hallmarks of Aging
Aging is a natural and unavoidable process that every living being goes through. For some it causes fascination, for others it causes discomfort, especially when we notice the signs of aging in ourselves. But what exactly happens in our bodies as we age? In this article we will look at the 9 bas...
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What is spermidine and how does it affect our health and longevity?
In the quest for a long, healthy life, longevity research focuses on specific bioactive molecules. One of these has attracted particular attention in recent years: spermidine – an endogenous substance that contributes crucially to cell health and can support a healthy lifespan by activating a cel...
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What is Nicotinamide Riboside and how does it affect our health and longevity?
Nicotinamide Riboside (NR) is a modern form of Vitamin B3 and is considered one of the most effective natural substances for increasing NAD⁺ levels in the body. NAD⁺ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is an essential coenzyme that controls numerous cellular processes – including energy productio...
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What is resveratrol and how does it affect our health and longevity?
Resveratrol is a naturally occurring polyphenol found in over 70 different plant species – including grapes, berries, and in particularly high concentrations in Japanese knotweed (Polygonum Cuspidatum)¹. In longevity research, resveratrol has established itself as a highly interesting active ingr...
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What is quercetin and how does it affect our health and longevity?
In aging and longevity research, antioxidants are a central focus due to their crucial role in combating free radicals. Free radicals damage our cells and tissues, accelerate the aging process, and contribute to numerous diseases. A balanced ratio of free radicals and antioxidants is essential fo...
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What is betaine (TMG) and how does it affect our health and longevity?
Betaine, also known as trimethylglycine or TMG, is a nutrient found in various foods, including spinach, quinoa, and beetroot. As a dietary supplement, it is obtained in a highly pure form from sugar beets (Beta vulgaris) and is considered to have no side effects. In recent years, betaine has inc...
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Mental health and longevity: The influence of stress and mindfulness
In our pursuit of longevity, we often focus on physical health and often forget that our mental health plays just as important a role. Stress in particular has been identified as a potential contributor to age-related diseases and a possible factor in premature aging. The following explains the c...
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The Blue Zones of Longevity: Lessons from the World's Oldest Populations
If there were regions in the world where people lived measurably longer and happier lives, wouldn't you want to know their secrets? Fortunately, such places exist. Known as the “Blue Zones,” they are home to some of the oldest and healthiest people in the world.
The Mystery of the Blue Zones
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The Longevity Routine by David Sinclair
It is almost impossible to research the field of longevity without encountering Dr. David Sinclair. Sinclair is a professor of genetics at Harvard Medical School and one of the leading voices in aging research. He is known for his groundbreaking work in epigenetics and cellular longevity and has ...
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Are nutritional supplements useful or not?
In a perfect world, we would all get the nutrients we need directly from our diet and effortlessly consume a perfect balance of vitamins and minerals from a variety of organic, fresh and sustainably produced foods. Unfortunately, we live in a complex, fast-moving world in which ideal nutrient int...
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Longevity and the microbiome: The influence of gut health on life expectancy
In the search for longevity, we often focus our attention on a balanced diet, regular exercise, and stress management. However, an often overlooked factor that plays a crucial role in our health and potentially our lifespan is the community of microorganisms that live in our bodies - the microbio...
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