When we hear the word longevity, it’s easy to picture a hyper-athletic CEO who spends their mornings in an ice bath and their evenings growing kale. It can all feel a little intense to understand. But the science of ageing isn’t just for elite athletes, millionaires or the health-obsessed. It’s also for the office worker staring at a screen for eight hours a day, the retiree wanting to keep up with the grandkids or tend to their garden, and even those who love a glass of wine or a takeaway on a Saturday night.
At its core, longevity isn’t just about adding years to our life; it’s about healthspan…
Healthspan vs. Lifespan
Lifespan is how long we live, whereas healthspan is how long we live well. We’ve all seen the difference in quality of life from one person to another, as there is a huge gap between simply being alive and having the energy to enjoy your life. It’s the difference between still playing golf and going hiking with friends in your eighties versus being bed bound or chair bound.
Whether we’re presently navigating the 3pm slump at our desk, or finding that our recovery from a late night or long walk isn’t what it used to be, our cellular health right now is key. As we age, our levels of a vital molecule called NAD+ naturally drop. We should think of NAD+ as the fuel for our cells, as when it runs low we start to feel more tired, take far longer to bounce back, and generally feel the wear and tear of life so much more. The great news is that you don’t have to be a professional athlete to top up these levels, as it benefits everyone to live better.
If you’re looking to support your healthspan without turning your life upside down, there are two products from Manapura that are absolute game changers, working in tandem to keep internal systems running super smoothly: the PURE NAD+ DUO which is a NAD+ Optimisation Booster.
Using only ultra pure, high-grade ingredients that are naturally sourced and clinical strength in dosage, their high bioavailability supplements are micronised for maximum absorbency, expertly made in lab grade facilities. Protected by UV safe amber glass, they are also vegan friendly and gluten free, with no fillers sweeteners colours or additives making them a leader in the longevity industry.
Pure NMN: Nicotinamide Mononucleotide
NMN is a direct precursor to NAD+. By taking it, we give our body the raw materials that it needs to boost our energy levels back up again, helping with mental clarity by clearing brain fog, supporting the metabolism, and providing a steady, natural energy that isn’t accompanied by a caffeine crash.
Ultra-pure NMN supports cellular energy, NAD+ levels and healthy ageing in each compact and easy to swallow capsule. Beyond this, it also helps to improve fat and glucose metabolism, increase endurance, improve sleep quality and recovery as well as hair growth and healthy skin.
NMN can be taken at any time of the day, however taking it at the same time every day is recommended for maximum effect. I take two capsules which provides a very generous 1000mg dose. I like to take mine first thing in the morning on an empty stomach to align with my body’s natural circadian rhythms. Within the first couple of weeks of taking NMN the lift in energy is most noticeable, and at the 3 month mark, cellular repair really starts to show in increased stamina and focus levels, so it’s important to be consistent with usage.
Pure TMG: Trimethylglycine
If we think of NMN as the fuel for our body, then TMG is certainly the oil that keeps the engine from overheating. When we boost our NAD+, our body uses up methyl groups, and so TMG steps in here to naturally replenish them.
TMG protects our heart health by managing homocysteine levels, ensuring that our cellular detox and repair systems stay on track. It’s the perfect partner for NMN to keep everything balanced and is conveniently paired in this supplement duo by Manapura.
TMG is effective any time of day, but as it helps to support a deeper and more restorative sleep, it’s an ideal choice for evening use. With noticeable effects in active, resistance-training individuals like myself, it also helps to support the liver’s detox function as well as heart and cardiovascular health. It’s also fantastic for supporting energy production, metabolism and overall cellular health.
You can take TMG at the same time as NMN, with a 1000mg dose consisting of two capsules per day. Much like NMN, it works away quietly in the background on heart health, noticeably improving exercise recovery and mood stability within just 4 – 6 weeks.
It’s important to remember that we don’t need to live a perfect life to care about our future self. Supporting our biology is about making sure that when we do want to be active, or when we do want to enjoy those weekend treats, our body has the resilience to handle it.
Investing in our healthspan today means that we may have far more good days ahead of us in future. By focusing on cellular energy production and repair now, we can convert nutrients into usable energy whilst supporting cellular maintenance which is a win-win for both the present moment and future.
Instead of marching helplessly towards the decline of health associated with ageing, we can hit pause, or even rewind on negative changes and symptoms that develop with time. We don’t have to settle for reduced energy levels, slower recovery, poorer sleep quality and increased inflammation with age when we can choose to proactively support our health instead.
Because of this, supporting NAD+ levels is widely considered a vital part of healthy ageing. Rather than acting as a stimulant or quick fix, it’s about supporting the body at a more foundational, cellular level which is why the effects tend to feel more gradual, but meaningful. At any age and stage of life, we can all benefit from more stable energy, better sleep and an overall better sense of focus and wellbeing. Now that’s something to really feel alive about!
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