How to Find the Fountain of Youth

How to Find the Fountain of Youth

When you think of a supplement for preventing aging, collagen might come to mind - the protein commonly known for skin health. However, antioxidants serve many functions for keeping the body looking and feeling young in tons of ways. Antioxidants are a key player in stimulating cell turnover and boosting health by ridding the body of toxins, fighting inflammation and cell damage, repairing tissues and more. Here are some things that are thought to support healthy aging.

Glutathione 

The ultimate detoxifier. Aside from clearing the body of pollutants and toxins that age us, it promotes skin cell turnover, replacing old cells with new ones. This is essential for both skin health and appearance because if dead cells are not removed from the surface, they clog pores causing bacterial infections and acne, as well as an uneven, lackluster complexion. It’s also responsible for helping build and repair tissue, keeping the skin and muscles tight and youthful. Read all about this awesome antioxidant here.

L-Carnitine

L-Carnitine plays a crucial role in producing energy, and removing toxic compounds the body naturally produces. It even helps burn belly fat, which as we know becomes more and more difficult with age. Reducing this visceral belly fat is especially important because as it surrounds your vital organs, accumulation can cause various health conditions. 

Vitamin C

This powerhouse vitamin boosts the body’s production of glutathione, so it’s doubly effective as an antioxidant. It is thought to prevent wrinkles, as well as keep the mind sharp and functioning at its best. Vitamin C deficiency has even been linked to memory and thinking conditions like dementia that increase with age, so it’s undoubtedly essential. You can read more about vitamin C deficiency here.

Co-Enzyme Q10

This compound made by the body is stored in the mitochondria of your cells. Similar to the previously mentioned amino acid L-Carnitine, it supports the immune system by boosting energy production in your cells. As it also functions as an antioxidant, Co-Enzyme Q10 can help restore youth through improved energy and reduced oxidative stress.

Melatonin 

It’s not common knowledge, but melatonin is actually an antioxidant. This natural hormone regulates our circadian rhythm and helps with sleep, as most know, but it can also protect cells from damage and can serve many more interesting functions you might not expect. Find out how you can improve your sleep with melatonin, as well as how it can help you get the body you want!
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