There are a lot of claims made by supplement manufacturers touting huge benefits from their products. These range from the credible to the doubtful. However, there are many effective nutrients and substances in the anti-aging arsenal. Below is a list recommended by naturopathic doctors around the country. Telomeres and Aging Docosahexaenoic Acid Docosahexaenoic acid or DHA […]
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Glutathione [gloo-tuh-thahy-ohn] is a protein that defends the body against toxins. It is being categorized as a “super antioxidant” that prevents damage caused by free radicals and peroxisomes.1 It helps slow the aging process, it protects the brain and the liver, and bolsters the immune system.2 Free Radicals and Antioxidants Free radicals are unstable molecules […]
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1. Resveratrol Unless you really don’t like life, you might want to take a naturally occurring phenol called Resveratol. It is found in red grapes, blueberries, peanuts, and cocoa, and has been shown to have a positive effect on life extension.1, 2 Resveratrol [rez-ˈvir-ə-ˌtrȯl] is a powerful antioxidant3 and may reduce the risk of heart disease.4 It […]
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