A Knowledge Hub for Supplements
Many members people are enthusiastic about supplements in the hope that they can influence aging in a positive way and help to slow, delay or even reverse it. However, much of the information about supplements is confusing and contradictory, as well as hype and misleading information designed to sell supplements. That said, some supplements may have some genuine value in the fight against aging, so as part of our educational mission, we review supplements and the studies behind them.
What is Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide?
What is NAD+? Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) is a key coenzyme found in all living cells. It is a dinucleotide, which means that it consists of two nucleotides joined through their phosphate groups. One nucleotide contains an adenine […]
How Hyaluronic Acid Changes with Age
Age-related changes lead to a five-fold decrease in the concentration of skin hyaluronic acid content [1]. The effects of this change on appearance […]
What is Rapamycin? Benefits and Side Effects
We take a look at rapamycin and why some researchers think it could be useful in combating aging. What is rapamycin? Rapamycin is a macrolide, a class of antibiotic […]
What is Pterostilbene? Benefits and Side Effects
There are few things as tasty as a good blueberry, but science is showing that there could be more health benefits to this […]
What is Nicotinamide Riboside? Benefits and Side Effects
Nicotinamide riboside (NR) is part of the B3 vitamin family. Like other forms of vitamin B3, nicotinamide riboside gets converted into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), a coenzyme […]
What is Niacin? Benefits and Side Effects
Niacin is a common dietary supplement with a long research history and more than a few tricks up its sleeve. Recent human trials have shed new light on its possible role in addressing mitochondrial dysfunction and […]
What is Magnesium? Benefits and Side Effects
Magnesium is a common element and is found in a variety of foods, but not everyone gets enough of this essential element, which is vital for cellular processes. What is magnesium? Magnesium is an important mineral which […]
What is Nicotinamide Mononucleotide? A Summary of NMN
NMN is a naturally occurring molecule and a popular dietary supplement marketed as a NAD+ booster. What is NMN? NMN […]
What is Spermidine? – Benefits & Side Effects
Found in grapefruit, spermidine is one of the more interesting polyamines. Some research suggests that spermidine may slow down aging and promote healthy longevity. What is spermidine? Spermidine […]
What is Fisetin? Benefits and Side Effects
We take a look at the popular supplement fisetin and see how it stacks up as a potential anti-aging supplement. What is Fisetin? Fisetin is a plant polyphenol and part of the […]
What is Creatine? – Benefits and Side Effects
Meat is rich in creatine, an important energy buffer in muscle cells, and the main constituent of a popular sports supplement used by athletes. However, we’re now finding […]
What is Berberine? – Benefits and Side Effects
We take a look at berberine, a popular supplement in the life extension community that is often touted as being […]
What is Arginine? – Health Benefits and Side Effects
Arginine is a popular sports supplement, but could it also be useful in the context of healthy longevity? What is arginine? Arginine, also known as L-arginine, is […]
Alpha-ketoglutarate Health Benefits and Side Effects
Alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG) has long been a popular sports supplement and is often used in the bodybuilding world, but interest in this molecule has now reached the aging research field […]
- Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NAD)
- Niacin (NA)
- Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN)
- Nicotinamide riboside (NR)
