Vitalize: Dietary Supplements & Healthspan, What Science Says
To promote healthy living and to increased healthspan based on scientific evidence
Biological aging is not a gradual process, but it rather appears to accelerate periodically, during sometime in mid-30s, 40s, 50s and 60s throughout later life.
Biological aging is often associated with numerous age-related diseases that can severely impact quality of life and independence later in life.
As more people seek ways to maintain health and independence with age, dietary supplements such as vitamins, minerals, and other supplements, have become increasingly popular in addition to routine exercise and other healthy lifestyles.
Although there are many claims related to their benefits, it is not very clear which claims are supported by clinical evidence.
It highlights recent clinical studies on the health benefits of vitamins, minerals, and other dietary supplements, which are essential for biological functions.
It provides clinical evidence, supported by hundreds of references, explaining how and why these micronutrients have impacts on healthy living and fight against age-related diseases.
It starts with an introduction to the mechanisms of aging and several age-related diseases at the cellular level.
It then guides readers through an evolving overview of individual dietary supplements and research, offering insight into how science continues to shape our understanding of their benefits.
The book empowers readers to understand the potential role of dietary supplements in supporting healthy living. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in personal health and the science behind dietary supplements.
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