In this blog, we dive into the essence of autophagy, exploring its significance, how it functions, and practical ways to activate this life-sustaining process through diet, fasting, and lifestyle adjustments. What is autophagy? Autophagy is a term derived from the Greek words for "self" and "eating". It is a fascinating and vital process that occurs at the cellular level in our bodies. It's our cells' way of cleaning out damaged components, which allows for the recycling of cellular materials and the generation of new, healthy cell parts. This biological process is crucial for maintaining cell ..read more

Gut health is a topic that has been gaining significant attention in recent years. Researchers learn more and more about the intricacies of our digestive systems. It becomes clear just how influential gut health can be on overall wellness, mental health, and even our mood. This article aims to break down this complex subject, focusing on key players like prebiotics and probiotics and how they work together to support optimal gut health.  The Significance of Gut Health Gut health refers to the condition of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, including its structure, function, microbial balanc ..read more

The discussion about omega-3 & 6 fatty acids has ceased to be about eating extra fish or seaweed. Thanks to science, we are learning more and more about which nutrients the body needs to function optimally. With this knowledge, you can make better and sustainable choices and avoid eating unnecessary amounts of fish. Body-repair mechanism When it comes to dietary recommendations around oily fish, people are referring to the nutrient omega 3. Omega 3 fatty acids are of an interest because of their role in the inflammatory process. Inflammation is a healthy "repair reaction" of the body. You ..read more

In this article, we will discuss the health benefits of salt and tell you more about the different types of salt. Discover why salt is so important and which salt your body needs to benefit from. Is salt a curse to our health? Salt is often associated with many serious health problems, from high blood pressure to heart disease. But is salt really such a curse to our health? The short answer is 'no'. Salt is an essential mineral that is crucial to the human body. Let's be more specific to understand the function. One of the active parts of salt is sodium. (You can calculate the amount of sodium ..read more

The skin, is it just an outside layer to protect us from the elements or something much more important? Your largest organ It is not a secret that our skin is our largest organ. Yes, that is correct, organ. Let that word sink into your mind. Many times, when we say organ we think of heart or kidneys or lungs and we forget that just as we need those our organs to be healthy we also need our skin, the largest organ, to be healthy. The look of our skin is the mirror of our internal wellness. So many times we are treating the spots on our face and completely forgetting that this is only the sympto ..read more

Have you ever heard of the term "grass-fed? In this article, we'll explain exactly what it means - in addition to discussing the health benefits that come with products that come from grass-fed animals. What is grass-fed? Grass-fed has many benefits, both for people and the planet. But what does "grass-fed" or "grass-fed" really mean? Generally, these terms refer to an agricultural practice where animals are fed primarily fresh grass and other crops. This means that these animals have a natural diet - as opposed to grain-fed animals - and that what they eat is close to what they would normally ..read more

In this article, we will explain what is NMN, why it is illegal and what is the legal alternative. What is NMN? NMN, or nicotinamide mononucleotide, is a natural molecule found in every living cell in the body. It is a precursor of the molecule NAD+, which plays an important role in energy metabolism and cell function. Why is NAD+ important? NAD+ is abundant in mitochondria, the cell cytoplasm and the nucleus. It is crucial for regulating cell growth, energy metabolism, stress resistance, inflammation, circadian rhythm and nerve cell function. The body converts NAD+ from sources such as NMN, t ..read more

NMN (Nicotinamide MonoNucleotide) has become very popular in a short time, thanks in part to the attention it has received from anti-aging scientist David Sinclair. Recently, it also received attention on the Dutch TV programme Jinek. In it, Prof Andrea Maier talked about the results of her research on NMN in which it was shown that supplementation with NMN increases the amount of NAD+ in the body. However, there is one big problem. NMN is considered an unauthorised Novel Food by the European Commission. Novel foods are foods or ingredients that were not used for human consumption within the E ..read more

Functional foods are gaining popularity in the world of nutrition as people increasingly seek out ways to improve their health through their diet. In this blog post, we will explore what functional foods are, their benefit and how to select the best quality. Functional foods definition Functional foods are dietary products that have been formulated to provide specific health benefits beyond their basic nutritional value. These can be foods enhanced or fortified by: isolating specific functional compounds from its original source so they can be used by the body in a strategic way, adding nutri ..read more

Table of Contents What does bioavailability mean? Bioavailability of supplements Vitamins: choose the active form Pay attention to combinations of substances. Minerals: choose chelated forms Take the exact form the body uses. Herbs: watch out for excipients Mushrooms: choose the best extraction Bypass digestion with liposomal packaging Conclusion What does bioavailability mean? Bioavailability means how well can your body absorb specific ingredients and can use it for where it is needed. Bioavailability of supplements With supplements, bioavailability is an important indicator of quality ..read more