Tag: lifespan
Increased fat oxidation (FAO) sufficient to cause senescence/aging/disease
A very interesting study, and one of the few that I have seen openly acknowledge the existence…
Blocking cortisol extends lifespan more than rapamycin, by improving mitochondrial function
Yet another confirmation that cortisol, while being life-saving in acute stress situations, can shorten lifespan if chronically…
The benefits of smoking, if any, may be due to lowering endotoxin/estrogen, raising dopamine
I know the topic of smoking and drinking is controversial, and I hope that this post is…
Niacinamide increases lifespan and healthspan
An animal study with nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN). Unfortunately, NMN has been declared as a “novel drug” by…
Vitamin D may be an effective anti-aging intervention
A good summary article on the multitude of mechanisms through which vitamin D acts to target virtually…
Increasing the metabolic rate increases lifespan and improves health
The study below is one of the few to directly challenge the so-called Rate of Living Theory…
Reduced folate intake may extend lifespan, by restoring metabolic flexibility
Ever since we launched our B-complex product Energin almost 10 years ago, we have been getting emails…
LipOdd – Liquid Product With Odd-Chain Saturated Fats (SFA)
More than a decade ago, when I was just beginning my exploration of bioenergetics, one of the…
How adrenochrome works – it is a potent oxidizer/quinone and serotonin antagonist
As most of my readers know, the topic of adrenochrome is perhaps one of the most controversial…
Increasing serotonin (5-HT) breakdown delays/prevents aging
The naked mole rat (NMR) is one of the most fascinating species. Despite being a humble rodent,…