Supplements Archive

ARE SUPPLEMENTS NECESSARY?

Do I need to take supplements? And for the rest of my life? There are a lot of misconceptions about supplements. Not in the least from governments, various MDs and health experts. Let’s start by saying that supplements are a complex matter. Ignorance and oversimplification are one important reason why there is so much conflicting […]

60 Top Tips to Live Longer, Doctor-Approved

How much are you doing to slow down your aging and maximize your lifespan and health span? Lots of things contribute to the aging process, many of which will surprise you! We’ve put together this list of more 60 tips to slow your aging and live longer, all backed by research. Skim through it to […]

NOVOS Core improves skin firmness, suppleness

Participants who took NOVOS for 6 months all showed improvements in skin firmness as measured by a medical device known as an indentometer. An indentometer is a device that measures skin suppleness and firmness. Besides these objective measurements, participants also mentioned noticeable improvements in their skin, such as improved elasticity, smoothness, and firmness. The results […]

THE 13 BEST ANTI-AGING SUPPLEMENTS, SCIENCE-BASED

There are countless supplements claiming that they are “anti-aging”. Unfortunately, almost none of them are. Most anti-aging supplements contain ingredients that: Are based on outdated ideas (e.g., that antioxidants slow down aging). Are based on little to no science. Contain too few ingredients to really impact aging (aging is a complex process caused by multiple […]

HOW TO CREATE THE BEST, SCIENCE-BASED ANTI-AGING SUPPLEMENT?

What is the science behind some of the most interesting supplements to slow down aging? And how are we to find out whether these substances can actually slow down aging, including in humans? It’s nearly impossible to select thousands of people and follow them for 30 to 50 years to see if they live longer […]

WHY ANTIOXIDANTS DON’T SLOW DOWN AGING

Many people still believe that antioxidants slow down aging. Antioxidants are substances like vitamin A, vitamin E, coenzyme Q10, beta-carotene, acetyl-cysteine, and so on. Antioxidants neutralize free radicals. Free radicals are mainly a by-product of our metabolism. Free radicals are highly reactive particles that damage our DNA, proteins and cell membranes. It has been thought […]

WHY COMBINATIONS OF LONGEVITY DRUGS ARE THE FUTURE

Everywhere around the world, scientists are looking for substances that can slow down aging. They are testing thousands of ingredients in laboratory animals, hoping that one of these will make them live longer. But that is very likely not the right approach. Chances are small that one substance will be able to significantly slow down […]

NMN VS NR – IS NMN A BETTER ANTI-AGING SUPPLEMENT THAN NR?

NR (nicotinamide riboside) and NMN (nicotinamide mononucleotide) supplements are both often touted as two of the most promising ingredients to slow down aging. NR and NMN are precursors to NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide). This means NR and NMN are converted into NAD+. NAD+ is a very important molecule, having a myriad of effects in our […]

WHAT MAKES THE BEST ANTI-AGING SUPPLEMENT?

Do you know what makes for the best anti-aging supplement? It’s one that acts on many aging mechanisms. Not just one or two. Aging is caused by a complex web of biological mechanisms. Addressing only one of these mechanisms will barely put a dent in the process. However, addressing multiple mechanisms simultaneously will make an […]

WHY HAVE SCIENCE-BASED ANTI-AGING SUPPLEMENTS NOT BEEN DEVELOPED SOONER?

Anti-aging supplements have been around for decades. Most of them don’t work. Why should NOVOS Core, our longevity nutraceutical, be different this time? In fact, if NOVOS Core is so great, why wasn’t it created sooner? There are various reasons why there has been a lack of science-based nutraceuticals for many decades. Reason 1: Not […]

HOW TO BEST TAKE NOVOS AND OTHER FAQs

How to best take NOVOS Core NOVOS Core is ideally taken with or after a meal. You can add NOVOS Core to any cold to lukewarm (but not hot) fluid. For example, add one NOVOS sachet to a glass (8oz/225ml) of water, tea, coffee, fruit juice, or smoothie. 8 oz / 225 ml is just […]

THE 11 BEST FOOD SUPPLEMENTS TO TAKE, EVEN WHEN YOU “EAT HEALTHY”

There are a lot of misconceptions about supplements. Perhaps the biggest misconception is that you don’t need supplements “when you eat healthy”. Unfortunately, that’s not true. Even if you eat healthy, it’s very difficult to consume sufficient levels of important nutrients to achieve your optimal lifespan potential. Let us explain why. EVEN A HEALTHY DIET […]

HOW WE CREATED NOVOS, A PIONEERING LONGEVITY NUTRACEUTICAL

As the founders, scientists and doctors behind NOVOS, we were very frustrated that there were no effective science-based supplements to address aging. We have been passionate about slowing aging for ages! For many years, we closely followed the new developments and research into longevity, both complex new biotechnologies, and more concrete ways to live longer, […]

CAN NMN SLOW DOWN AGING?

NMN (nicotinamide mononucleotide) is currently one of the most researched and popular substances to slow down aging. NMN is a substance that occurs naturally in our body. NMN is a precursor to NAD+. NAD+ is a very important molecule for every cell in our body. NAD+ is a substance that countless enzymes and proteins need […]

WHAT IS THE BEST ANTI-AGING SUPPLEMENT?

And how to spot unfounded anti-aging supplements Countless companies sell “anti-aging” supplements, each one claiming that its supplements can slow down aging and increase lifespan. How can you know if an anti-aging supplement has scientific merit? And how to find an anti-aging supplement that could actually work? To answer these questions, we have to discuss […]

DAVID SINCLAIR SUPPLEMENTS: WHAT ANTI-AGING SUPPLEMENTS DOES HARVARD SCIENTIST DAVID SINCLAIR TAKE?

David Sinclair is a professor at Harvard University who has been studying aging for the better part of his academic career. Dr. David Sinclair’s main research interest is the epigenetics of aging, with a focus on epigenetic reprogramming of aging (e.g. via Yamanka factgors), NAD+ metabolism and sirtuins, and NAD+ precursors like NR and NMN. […]

CAN YOU TAKE NMN ORALLY? OR ONLY SUBLINGUALLY?

What’s the best, most effective way to take NMN? Orally? Sublingually (melting it under the tongue)? Or is NMN only available through injection? Some people claim that NMN cannot be taken orally. Others claim you have to take it sublingually and that just swallowing a pill is not going to cut it. These claims are […]

WHY DO WE GET GRAY HAIR AND HOW TO REVERSE GRAY HAIR?

Graying of hair is caused by two main processes: