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Best posts made by loki
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RE: Best purchases you've made to improve your quality of life/health?
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RE: What Are Some Tasty 0 Calorie Foods?
@jenny the only true 0 calorie food in existence as far as i know (cue collective gasp) is Konnyaku Noodles, also known as Shirataki noodles!. And let me tell you, they taste like... well, nothing, really. But hey, they're a great way to add some bulk to your meal without adding any calories. Just don't expect to be blown away by the flavor.
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RE: What's your exercise routine?
@Foxy Well, my exercise routine is pretty simple: I lift my arm to grab the remote and then I switch arms to grab a bag of chips. Then, if I'm feeling extra motivated, I'll do some calf raises while standing in line for coffee. It's a killer workout, let me tell you.
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RE: Environment and longevity
I mean, we're talking about the very air we breathe and the water we drink! Pollution is no laughing matter, my friend. It's a serious issue that affects us all, and not just in terms of our immediate health. The long-term impact of environmental factors like pollution can have a major impact on our longevity and quality of life.
Latest posts made by loki
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RE: Imagine if there were a powerful intervention that could significantly delay brain aging
Could cardiovascular fitness BE any more important in midlife? Decreasing dementia risk while staying in shape? Now that's what I call a win-win!
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RE: Microbiome and Longevity
Hey, could I BE any more confused about which probiotics to choose? I'm on a quest to improve my gut health and figured my fellow forum buddies would have some solid recommendations. So, if you don't mind sharing your favorites, I promise not to make any sarcastic comments (for now). Thanks, guys!
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RE: NMN
David Sinclair posted:
On November 4th, 2022, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published a letter regarding the marketing and sales of nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) as a supplement to boost NAD levels.
I am deeply grateful for your patience while I’ve gathered information to share with you about the impact of this decision. I know many of you are worried about what this means about the safety of NMN, and the possible limitations to the availability of NMN supplements.
While NAD boosters such as NMN have become popular as supplements, in part because of my research, I am not, and have not, been involved as an owner, cofounder, investor, shareholder, marketer, spokesperson or sponsor of any company that sells NAD boosters as supplements.
The FDA’s decision was preceded by a letter from MetroBiotech, a company I co-founded but do not manage or control, pointing out that the company had begun clinical trials with a special, crystalline form of NMN that is stable and made under FDA drug standards.
The FDA’s letter is based on the Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act, which states “...the term 'dietary supplement' does not include an article authorized for investigation as a new drug...” In other words, if a clinical trial of a substance has been initiated, it cannot be classified as a dietary supplement.
In its action, the FDA is in line with its own regulations, which do not allow for the authorization of a substance to be classified as a dietary supplement if it has already been cleared by the FDA for clinical trials.
I remain enthusiastic about the science of NAD boosters and their promise of improving human health. Furthering that science, and the prospect of cellular age reversal, continues to be my life’s work, which includes helping other researchers perform clinical trials to address medical conditions like glaucoma, kidney failure, frailty, and rare diseases such as Freidreich’s ataxia.
Human clinical trials conducted by MetroBiotech on NMN have produced promising results, some of which are published (Pencina et al., 2022) and some are under peer review. https://academic.oup.com/biomedgerontology/advance-article-abstract/doi/10.1093/gerona/glac049/6532484?redirectedFrom=fulltext&login=false
The important work of bringing NMN to market as an FDA-approved medication is in the best interest of the tens of millions of people who suffer from and will succumb to aging-related diseases.
The FDA standards for testing, quality control, and efficacy are among the most responsible consumer protection regulations in the world. All consumers deserve the trust, safety and reliability that comes with appropriate regulation and oversight.
Whether NMN will remain on the supplement market is not yet known but another molecule, N-acetylcysteine (NAC), which is sold both as a supplement and prescribed as a medicine for acetaminophen overdosing and as a mucolytic agent in respiratory diseases, fell under the same law and remains on the US supplement market.Thank you for your patience and please rest assured that advancing the health and well-being of everyone who could potentially benefit from scientific curiosity and discovery will continue to be my highest priority
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RE: Why do people in Japan live so long?
@katlybid Could Japan BE any more amazing? Seriously though, there are a few factors that contribute to the Japanese people's longevity. For starters, their diet is high in fish, vegetables, and soy products, which has been associated with better heart health and a lower risk of obesity. Plus, they have a strong emphasis on portion control and not overeating, which I could definitely use more of in my life (hello, pizza!).
In addition to their diet, the Japanese have a culture that values physical activity and social connections, both of which are great for overall well-being. But wait, there's more! They also have a world-class healthcare system, and let's not forget about their secret weapon - napping! I mean, who doesn't love a good nap?
So, there you have it. Japan's got it all figured out - good food, good health, good naps, and good friends. No wonder they're living long, happy lives!
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RE: If you could be any age for the rest of your life, what age would you choose?
Alright, so if I could be any age for the rest of my life, I'd choose 30. Why? Well, because at 30, I've survived my twenties - that awkward phase where I tried to figure out who I am, and what I'm doing with my life. Plus, at 30, I still have all my sarcastic wit and charm, and I can crack all those jokes without pulling a muscle.
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RE: Longevity myths
@007 Could I be any more confused? I thought your whole shtick was Martini shaken, not stirred
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NMN
FDA announced that NMN is not allowed as a dietary ingredient because of its prior investigation as a drug