Reactive Oxygen Species

Ginseng: the root to antioxidant and DNA repair

24-Aug-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Ginseng's active components orchestrate mechanisms to slow ageing through enhanced antioxidant enzyme expression and DNA repair, a new review has concluded.

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Anti-aging skin benefits offered by botanical blend, new study finds

12-Apr-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new clinical study demonstrates “statistically significant improvements” in skin with the supplementation of Eternalyoung (EY), a blend of four botanical ingredients from Monteloeder, S. L.

High carotenoid intake linked to younger biological age

03-Mar-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Increased level of blood carotenoids may slow cellular ageing, says a new study from Seoul National University in Korea.

Astaxanthin may extend endurance by boosting mitochondrial action: Study

28-Jan-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

The pinkish-orange carotenoid astaxanthin – one of the hottest ingredients in dietary supplements – may enhance endurance and slow fatigue by boosting mitochondria antioxidant defenses, says a new study from Brazil.

The fountain of youth? Study suggests vitamin B3 may increase lifespan ... in worms

04-Oct-2013

Supplementation with the B vitamin niacin could help to increase lifespan by 10% by, according to new research performed in roundworms.

Curcumin: New studies support brain and cardiovascular benefits

11-Jun-2013 By Stephen DANIELLS

Daily supplements of curcumin – the natural pigment that gives the spice turmeric its yellow color – may support healthy aging, with two new studies indicating benefits for arterial aging and cognition.

Vitamin E tocotrienol shows breast health benefits: Mouse data

01-Apr-2013 By Stephen DANIELLS

Vitamin E tocotrienols from annatto may slow the development and reduce the number and size of breast tumors, suggests new data from lab mice.

Marine ingredient shows diabetes potential: Rat study

16-Feb-2012 By Nathan Gray

Supplementation with the marine compound astaxanthin could help to prevent or alleviate complications associated with diabetes, new research in rats has suggested.

More support for L-Carnitine combo against ageing

17-May-2006 By staff reporter

A combination of two common dietary supplements, L-carnitine and
alpha-lipoic acid, could reduce oxidative stress associated with
ageing and boost energy production, says new research - adding to
previous reports.

Natural enzyme helps mice live longer

09-May-2005

Mice genetically engineered to produce the human antioxidant enzyme
catalase lived about 20 per cent longer than normal mice, reported
US scientists last week, providing further evidence for the theory
that antioxidants can slow ageing.

SOD experts to debate new theory on free radical damage

02-Jun-2004

An upcoming conference on the enzyme superoxide dismutase looks set
to provoke a face-off between leading researchers on the role of
antioxidants in disease.

Antioxidants to tackle old age

11-Sep-2002

What role do antioxidants play in preventing age-related diseases?
What changes occur in the human body when it ages? A European
funded study, co-ordinated by the UK Institute of Food Research in
Norwich, is currently trying to tackle...

Europe funds antioxidant study

12-Aug-2002

A new European project is to study biomarkers for antioxidants and
look at ways in which the release of dietary antioxidants can be
successfully measured.

Anti-ageing pill comes a step closer - at least for rats

19-Feb-2002

Two dietary supplements readily available in most health food
stores have been shown to slow down the ageing process in rats,
raising hopes that an anti-ageing pill for humans could soon be a
reality.