Tag: metabolism
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…
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…
US Government: Fluoridated water damages brain and lowers intelligence in humans
Honestly, I did not think that an official government admission of the dangers of fluoride would occur…
Thyroid hormone (T3) promotes curiosity, exploration, novelty-seeking
Curiosity is one of the most common observations in healthy children and is even an established biomarker…
Vinegar (acetic acid) alleviates depression in humans by increasing niacinamide
A very interesting study, which suggests niacinamide may be a treatment for depression. Strikingly, the almost 50%…
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…
Brain energy production determines our psychosocial experience; stress damages it
Well, it does not get any clearer than the findings of the study below. Namely, the old…
The pro-metabolic drug DNP, banned by FDA, may treat most diseases
The chemical 2,4-dinitrophenol (DNP) is one of the oldest (and most successful) weight loss drugs. It works…