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...

Kidneys perform many vital functions in your body, including filtering waste and impurities from your blood, maintaining the balance of minerals and electrolytes, and supporting red blood cell production. Keeping your kidneys healthy and functioning is an essential part of maintaining your overall health. And it probably won’t come as a surprise to know that your diet plays an important role in the maintenance of these important organs.  What should I eat to take care of my kidneys? The best way to take good care of your kidneys and ward off chronic kidney disease (CKD) is to prevent diabetes, hypertension, and obesity — the major contributors to CKD. When it comes to your diet, that means eating mostly whole and plant-based foods while limiting foods that are processed and high in added sugars and trans and saturated fats (basically, diet guidance we should follow anyway!). In fact, research shows a link between eating primarily plant-based foods and a decreased risk of CKD. Once ...

The health risks of low testosterone levels in men include low sex drive, erectile dysfunction, reduced concentration, insomnia and depression Low levels of testosterone make one susceptible to metabolic disorders like diabetes and obesity, which increase the risk of cardiac conditions. A systematic review found that men with low serum testosterone levels were at increased risk of all-cause and cardiovascular mortality. The research published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine reviewed 11 studies comprising over 24,000 participants, aiming to clarify previous inconsistent findings regarding the influence of sex hormones on health outcomes in aging men. What were the study parameters? The researchers used individual participant data (IPD) to summarize the association between baseline concentrations of different hormones — which included testosterone, sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG), luteinizing hormone (LH), dihydrotestosterone and estradiol — and the relative risk of cardio...

There are basically two types of inflammations:- Short-term inflammation and Chronic inflammation.  Short-term inflammation, otherwise known as acute inflammation, is a natural response of your body’s immune system. It is the body’s response to outside threats like stress, infection, or toxic chemicals. When the immune system senses that the body is threatened by one of these dangers, it activates proteins to protect cells and tissues. When our bodies are healthy, acute inflammation literally protects our body from further damage. However, things get bad when inflammation becomes chronic – when the immune cells start to overreact, and start attacking our own body. This can be the result of systemic viruses or bacteria, an autoimmune disorder, sugary and fatty foods, or the way you handle stress. Chronic inflammation is the root cause of many serious ailments, like heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s, obesity and gastrointestinal disorders. The link between chronic inflammation and t...

According to a new review, following a vegetarian or vegan diet might just buy you a longer, healthier life. Staying away from meat was tied to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer and early death, researchers reported in a study published Wednesday in the journal PLOS One. After combing through nearly 50 studies on such diets that were published between 2000 and 2023, a clear pattern emerged: Both were linked to a lower risk of both cancer and heart disease linked to narrowed arteries. Notably, the diets seemed to reduce the risk of prostate cancer and gastrointestinal cancers like colon cancer. Vegetarian diets were also linked to a lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. In addition, plant-based diets lowered the chances of obesity, inflammation and "bad" LDL cholesterol. Read more here .