The Role of Ergothioneine in Aging-Related Diseases: A Closer Look at Its Potential Benefits

By Max Cerquetti March 24, 2023 | Alzheimer's Alzheimer’s disease anti-aging blood sugar regulator Cellular Senescence cognition cognitive function Cognitive Health Diabetes Ergothioneine genomic instability genomics gluconeogenesis glucose metabolism healthy aging heart health Human longevity immune system Kognitive Gesundheit L-Ergothioneine Lion's Mane matsutake mental health mild cognitive impairment neuroprotection Zelluläre Seneszenz

IntroductionAging is a complex process that affects various aspects of our health, making us more susceptible to certain diseases and conditions. Researchers have been studying the role of antioxidants and other compounds in combating the negative effects of aging. One such compound, ergothioneine (ERG), has recently gained attention for its...

The Story Of Ketones And How They Might Be Able To Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

By Max Cerquetti October 07, 2022 | adenosine triphosphate Alzheimer's Alzheimer’s disease anti-aging ATP blood sugar regulator fasting gene expression gluconeogenesis glucose metabolism glycogenolysis healthy aging high fat ketogenic diet Human longevity intermittent fasting keto diet ketogenic diet ketones ketones bodies live longer MCI mental health mild cognitive impairment NAD+ neuroprotection Tricarboxylic acid cycle

Your brain is a very "expensive" organ to maintain, in terms of its energy needs. This remarkable structure, weighing about 3 pounds in the average adult, is about 60 percent fat, with the rest of its tissues made up of a combination of water, carbohydrates, protein, and salts. Your brain,...