Life Extension Magazine
April 2017
Longevity scientists have identified natural compounds, called geroprotectors, capable of combatting aging at the cellular level. By activating specific cell signaling pathways, geroprotectors represent a new way to advance healthy aging strategies.
Reports
New England Journal of Medicine reports that the Mediterranean diet reduces cardiovascular events, including death, by 30%. Plant polyphenols are identified as the main contributor for these heart-health benefits.
In a recently published study, scientists found that nicotinamide riboside has the ability to reprogram dysfunctional stem cells, returning them to more youthful function.
New studies appear almost daily revealing how metformin inhibits aging by boosting AMPK activity. Data on cancer risk reductions provide an even greater urgency for maturing individuals to reactivate their cellular AMPK.
Increased output of the skin’s melanin can eventually produce uneven pigmentation that makes skin appear older. Topical application of three compounds can lighten “age spots” and produce a more uniform—and younger-looking—complexion.
Scientists are not only discovering new ways to slow biological aging, but data revealed at recent conferences has uncovered potential methods to reverse it.
Departments
As We See It
Using Artifical Intelligence To Keep You Alive And Healthy
A new company called Insilico Medicine is using deep-learning artificial intelligence to accelerate massive reviews of scientific data to discover solutions for age-related diseases.
In The News
Vitamin K reduces arterial stiffness; vitamin E protects against pneumonia; boosting glutathione could reduce age-related diseases; surgeon who specializes is best one for the job; nicotinamide riboside improves muscular dystrophy.
Superfoods
Garlic
Garlic contains a range of key compounds including vitamins and minerals that provide potent antibiotic, immunosupportive, anticancer, and cardioprotective benefits.
Wellness Profile
Ted Mcdonald—Fitness Expert
Mind/body discipline helps Ted McDonald prepare for and recover from marathons, triathlons, and 24-hour adventure racing. He recommends supplements, offers positive aging programs, and supports high intensity interval training to counteract the effects of aging.
Journal Abstracts