Is ageing inevitable? The experts from Youth & Earth explain how natural supplements can hold off bodily processes such as ‘autophagy’
• What is the process of autophagy?
Autophagy comes from the Greek words “auto” meaning self and “phagy” meaning eating. A critical part of cellular and tissue regeneration, it involves “self-eating” damaged cells and then using some of those damaged cells for cell repair and cleaning.
As an evolutionary mechanism for self-preservation, autophagy also helps remove toxic proteins from the body that contribute to a wide range of neurodegenerative diseases. The onset of autophagy is triggered around 24 hours into a fast.
• What are Blue Zones?
Blue Zones are specific parts around the world where people live to be 90 to 100 years old. The researcher Dan Buettner circled these areas in blue, such as Icaria in Greece, Ogliastra in Sardinia, Italy, Okinawa in Japan, the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica and Loma Linda in California, hence the name Blue Zones.
The residents all shared common characteristics of plant and fish-based diets, moderate intake of alcohol, reduced calorie consumption, and daily exercised Their healthy lifestyles all positively impacted their longevity pathways (mTOR, Sirtuins, NF-kb, and AMPK).
• What is NMN and NR and why are they needed?
NMN (β-Nicotinamide Mononucleotide) and NR (Nicotinamide Riboside Chloride) are naturally occurring compounds that provide us with the means to transform and absorb a very important co-enzyme, NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide). Every cell relies on it for natural fuel, so we can feel active and alive. We cannot absorb it directly due to its size. NAD+ repairs DNA, identifies and corrects defective molecules, as well as signalling so that all our living cells can function properly
NAD+ levels decline up to 50% between the ages of 40 and 60. Without sufficient NAD+, our cell energy transfer breaks down causing age-accelerating conditions. To boost these levels quickly and efficiently you can use NMN or NR supplements
• How do you take NMN and NR?
Both NMN and NR supplements are best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, to boost your energy levels for the day.
NMN and NR capsules are taken orally, while NMN and NR Sublingual Powder powder can be placed directly under your tongue, where your capillaries will allow for absorption bypassing your GI tract.
We recommend you take NMN with an activator of Sirtuin, like Resveratrol, Curcumin, or Pterostilbine, which acts as an accelerator. The AMPK activator Berberine is another option.
Our NMN Sublingual Powder comes with a little scoop/spoon inside that measures 250mg. A chart with age and weight dosages based on customer feedback can be found on the NMN product pages, so you can find the dosage that works best for you. For your convenience, we have provided a table below.
Age Dosage 30-40 years old 200-400 mg/day 40-50 years old 400-600 mg/day 50-60 years old 600-800 mg/day Over 60 years old 800-1200 mg/day Weight Dosage 50kg x 8mg 400 mg/day 60kg x 8mg 480 mg/day 70kg x 8mg 560 mg/day 80kg x 8mg 640 mg/day 90kg x 8mg 720 mg/day 100kg x 8mg 800 mg/day
• How do I need to store my NMN powder?
We recommend you store your NMN powder in your refrigerator or in a very cool environment to keep it at a consistent cool temperature.
As part of our commitment to delivering the best quality product, Youth & Earth has tested its NMN for stability. Our NMN is stored in a refrigerated/cool environment throughout the manufacturing process and while awaiting shipment.
• How can I work out a personalized vitamin routine?
You can work out your personal vitamin routine on the Youth & Earth homepage or by clicking the PERSONAL PROGRAM located on the top bar. A series of quick questions will help us to recommended vitamins and supplements that are best suited for your specific health needs.
• Are Youth & Earth products suitable for everyone?
We pride our all-natural approach and try and ensure our products suit everyone. The supplements manufactured by Youth & Earth are where possible plant-based and natural in origin. Backed by science and rooted in rigorous research we test our products for heavy metals and our packaging is recyclable and eco-friendly.
• Are Youth & Earth products vegan?
Youth & Earth supplements are vegan with the exceptions of Superba Krill oil and Injuv Hyaluronic Acid.
• What is the story behind Youth & Earth?
Youth & Earth began with a story of a successful consultant in a highly competitive and stressful industry where extensive travel was a norm. His “get up and go attitude that had propelled his career had literally “got up and gone” and he knew his health was in serious trouble. This led him to perform a home blood test kit and discover that all his biomarkers were out of whack. Despite exercising regularly, he had gained weight and his cholesterol and blood sugar levels were extremely high. He was on the verge of developing type 2 diabetes! There and then he decided to do something about it.
While researching health, he came across the iconic biohacker and longevity expert Dr David Sinclair. His words, “Ageing is a disease and that disease is treatable.” was an epiphany for him. He discovered that his NAD+ levels were declining, contributing to his premature ageing and symptoms. To raise NAD+ levels in his body, he decided to try NMN – a substance naturally occurring in the body. He noticed a dramatic increase in his physical and mental energy levels and his life changed at this point!
That man is Ed Van Harmelen and to share his newfound hope, he founded Youth & Earth and launched NMN as its flagship product. His goal is to provide his customers with products tailored directly to their needs as he continues to research and add to his all-natural Youth & Earth supplements.
• Where can I find out more about Youth & Earth?
To find out more about Youth & Earth and their all-natural anti-ageing supplements that strive to make you feel younger for longer, simply visit youthandearth.com.
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