Anti-Aging Health Supplements

Carnitine, a non-essential or conditionally-essential amino acid, is the generic term for several compounds, including L-carnitine, acetyl-L-carnitine, and propionyl-L-carnitine. Carnitine is naturally present in many foods—especially foods of animal origin—and is available as a dietary supplement. Carnitine is also synthesized endogenously in the liver, kidneys, and brain from the amino acids, lysine and methionine. Carnitine helps the body break down fatty acids and turn them into energy to power the cells Food Sources of Carnitine Carnitine is present in animal products, especially red meat. Poultry, fish, and dairy foods also provide some carnitine, but vegetables, fruits, and grains provide negligible amounts. Health Benefits of L-Carnitine: Alzheimer’s disease and dementia Carnitine might be conditionally essential in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease because it may support acetylcholine synthesis and help remove toxic compounds to alleviate mitochondrial dysfunction associate...

In Ayurveda, herbs have been used for centuries to treat some of the medical conditions and in general, maintain good health. The top Ayurvedic herbs which are known to lower cholesterol are discussed here. Guggul (Commiphora mukul): One of the most popular Ayurvedic medicines to control cholesterol is probably guggul. Guggulsterones which exist within it have been proven to increase levels of HDL the good cholesterol, while decreasing LDL, the bad cholesterol. Lasuna (Garlic): Research has shown that half to 1 clove of garlic per day can lower a person's cholesterol levels by approximately 10%. This is equivalent to 3–6 g of garlic per day. Adhraka (Ginger): Ginger contains active components called gingerols, and shogaols which have shown to reduce the levels of LDL or the 'bad' cholesterol that contributes to artery blockage and heart disease. Haridra (Curcuma longa): Haridra or turmeric has been known to help reduce many health problems, such as lowering of cholestero...

Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), an Ayurvedic herb, is also known as ‘Guduchi’ and ‘Amrita’ in India. The meaning of ‘Guduchi’ is “something that protects the whole body,” and ‘Amrita’ means “root of immortality”. All of its parts have been used as medicines in Ayurveda for thousands of years. However, the stem is considered to have the maximum number of health benefits because it has high nutritional content and important plant compounds like alkaloids. Other key components in Giloy are terpenoids, lignans, and steroids. Alkaloids give the plant its bitter taste. They have therapeutic benefits for pain relief, blood pressure, malaria, cancer and intestinal properties. Terpenoids contribute to plants’ taste, fragrance, and colour. This active compound has antiviral, antimicrobial, anticancer, and antidiabetic properties. Lignans have antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory that protect cells from oxidative damage. They also possess antimicrobial properties that help prevent the growth of viru...