Nutrient Lexicon
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Alpha-lipoic acid
The sulfur-containing fatty acid alpha-lipoic acid has gained increasing importance in longevity research because it plays a crucial role in energy metabolism and is known as a potent antioxidant. Protection against free...
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Astaxanthin
Astaxanthin is a red pigment from the carotenoid group, found primarily in microalgae such as Haematococcus pluvialis (also known as red rain algae) and in certain marine organisms like crustaceans and fish....
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Calcium Alpha-Ketoglutarate
Calcium Alpha-KetoglutarateIt is a chemical compound consisting of the mineral calcium and alpha-ketoglutarate. Alpha-ketoglutarate is an important intermediate in the citric acid cycle – a central metabolic process in cells that plays...
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Coenzyme Q10
Coenzyme Q10 is a natural substance found in almost all cells of your body – especially in organs with high energy demands, such as the heart, liver, and kidneys. In the mitochondria,...
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Collagen
Collagen is far more than just a protein - it is a vital building block in the body and crucial for beauty, vitality, and an active life. As a major component of...
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OPC
OPC (Oligomeric proanthocyanidins) are secondary plant compounds from the flavonoid group, naturally occurring in grape seeds and pine bark. They belong to the polyphenols, which are known for their strong antioxidant effects....
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Omega 3
Omega-3 fatty acids these are essential nutrients that the body cannot produce itself and therefore must obtain through food. The long-chain forms are particularly important. EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid)...
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Reishi
ReishiReishi, also known as Ling Zhi or Ganodermalucidum, is a traditional mushroom that has been valued for millennia, especially in Asian cultures, and is increasingly gaining popularity in the West. Reishi is...
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Resveratrol
Resveratrol originally developed as a natural defense mechanism by plants, this polyphenol has attracted considerable attention in longevity research. It is produced by plants as a natural protective compound and is found...
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Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) is an essential, water-soluble vitamin that plays a key role in energy and vitality – both in everyday life and in the long term. It supports the normal formation...
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Vitamin C
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a true all-rounder that supports the body in many ways and is extremely important for well-being, athletic performance, and longevity. It acts as a powerful antioxidant that...
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Vitamin D3
Vitamin D3 a fat-soluble vitamin, often referred to as sunshine vitamin. Vitamin D is primarily produced in our skin through exposure to sunlight. The most bioavailable form is vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) dissolved...
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Vitamin E
In the context of healthy aging and longevity, the antioxidant effect of Vitamin E. A special role is played by the fact that cellular stress increases with age – particularly due to...
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Vitamin K2
Vitamin K2 is a fat-soluble vitamin found in fermented foods like natto (fermented soybeans) and produced by gut bacteria. The most bioavailable form is MK7 all-trans. It promotes calcium absorption and can...
