In a recent issue, Fast Company published a piece entitled “The Business of Fasting”. Many scientists see frequent fasting as a means of improving your health. Are there better options? Key excerpt:

“The most promising dietary supplement may be NR (nicotinamide riboside). NR is a precursor to the molecule NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide), which is produced during fasting and is critical for cellular metabolism. NAD also protects against DNA damage, making it a favorite among the anti-aging crowd. Levels of NAD decline with age, and fasting is one way to replenish them; NR supplements are another.”

“A recent clinical trial showed that NR does indeed increase levels of NAD in the body, and follow-up studies are planned to test its efficacy on various biomarkers of aging. ChromaDex CEO, Frank Jaksch, told me that, ultimately, their goal is “to move the needle on age-related diseases” rather than a have a straight-line impact on longevity.”

Full article HERE.

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  • FAQs on taking NAD boosting vitamin supplement Nicotinamide Riboside (NR) can be found HERE.

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