Nutriop Longevity Blog
Ergothioneine: A Promising Biomarker Linking Health-Conscious Food Patterns to Reduced Cardiometabolic Disease Risk and Mortality
This article discusses a population-based prospective study that aimed to identify plasma metabolites associated with a health-conscious food pattern (HCFP) and a lower risk of cardiometabolic morbidity and mortality during a long-term follow-up. The study found that increased levels of the amino acid ergothioneine were strongly and independently associated with both...
The Role of Ergothioneine in Aging-Related Diseases: A Closer Look at Its Potential Benefits
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...
Can NMN Supplementation Treat Alzheimer’s Disease?
Cognitive decline is an unfortunate part of the aging process. As we grow older, our risk of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) increases. The neurodegenerative disorder impacts the brain’s cognitive and memory functions – and current treatment options are limited. Today AD is estimated to affect 44 million people worldwide.While there is...
The Story Of Ketones And How They Might Be Able To Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease
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,...
