SUPPLEMENTS TO SLOW DOWN AGING
Anti-aging medicine studies and applies effective strategies to counteract the disorders and dysfunctions linked to aging, with personalized and preventive approaches so that advancing age is as gentle as possible. Getting old is a natural process that can be faced by preparing the body and listening to its needs.
Anti-aging medicine, then, pays particular attention to the deficiencies that arise as the body ages, responding to personal needs with therapies that use specific supplements, considered fundamental from an anti-aging perspective. Among these, the most important ones are vitamins and minerals, bioidentical hormones, amino acids and antioxidants.
28-11-2023
Anti-aging supplements: bioidentical hormones
Bioidentical hormones, produced from natural sources such as plants or wild yam, are designed to exactly replicate the chemical structure of endogenous hormones. Their supplementation is essential to restore an efficient hormonal balance with excellent tolerability. In particular, the following are very important:
- Estrogens
Often used to address menopause symptoms, bioidentical estrogens can help reduce hot flashes, vaginal dryness and emotional instability more naturally. Estrogens also act as prevention to neurodegenerative diseases and cardiovascular dysfunctions.
- Progesterone
Highly used in the hormone therapy for women during menopause, bioidentical progesterone helps balance the effects of estrogens, reducing the risk of estrogen hyperstimulation. It also has calming properties as it acts on the nervous system.
- Testosterone
For men and women experiencing decreased libido and energy, bioidentical testosterone can be supplemented to improve sexual vitality and well-being. By acting favorably on muscle strength and preventing osteoporosis, testosterone is an excellent anti-aging ally.
- DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone)
Considered the "hormone of youth", DHEA is a precursor of sexual hormones. Its supplementation is useful for reinvigorating muscle mass, for the health of the immune system and for fighting osteoporosis and sexual disorders.
The role of vitamins and minerals in antiaging medicine
The intravenous infusion of vitamins and minerals is able to provide a complete supply of essential nutrients that, released directly into the bloodstream, avoid gastric dispersion and so can be fully absorbed. Vitamins and minerals actively participate in many organic functions. Generally, multivitamin drips may include:
- Vitamin C
Known for its powerful antioxidant effect, vitamin C supports the immune system, helping the body fight infections. It also plays an important role in the development of collagen, which is essential for the health of skin, bones and blood vessels.
- B vitamins
B complex vitamins are involved in numerous metabolic functions, helping to convert food into energy, supporting the nervous system and contributing to the production of red blood cells.
- Vitamin D
Essential for bone health, vitamin D promotes the absorption of calcium and phosphorus, contributing to the well-being of bones and teeth.
It is also involved in the activities of the immune system.
- Vitamin E
With its antioxidant properties, vitamin E protects cells from damage caused by free radicals. It contributes to healthy skin and to the formation of red blood cells. It supports the immune system.
- Vitamin A
Important for eyesight, vitamin A is essential for the health of the eyes and mucous membranes. It also has antioxidant properties and is involved in cellular metabolism.
- Vitamin K
Essential for blood clotting, vitamin K helps keep bone tissues healthy and works in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.
- Calcium
Calcium is mainly known for its role in bone and dental health, but it is also important for muscles, nerves and blood coagulation.
- Iron
Crucial for the production of hemoglobin, iron is involved in the transportation of oxygen in the blood. Its deficiency can lead to conditions such as anemia.
- Magnesium
Magnesium participates in many enzymatic reactions in the body. It is involved in the regulation of muscle tone, bone health and contributes to the optimization of cardiac function.
- Zinc
Zinc is an essential mineral for the correct functioning of the immune system and for skin health.
- Potassium
It plays a key role in maintaining electrolyte balance, cardiac health and correct muscle and nervous functioning.
Restorative drips: nutrients to support vitamins and minerals
The supplements used in anti-aging medicine include various substances that tend to decrease over time, causing organic imbalances that should not be underestimated. Maintaining satisfactory levels of these nutrients is important to prevent age-related disorders.
At the same time, it’s recommended to integrate the nutrients that the body does not produce since the diet, especially when not balanced, isn’t always able to satisfy daily needs, even more so in periods of physical or mental stress.
The anti-aging multivitamin infusions exploit the properties of:
- Glutathione
The antioxidant par excellence, glutathione is administered intravenously to neutralize free radicals, to support detoxification and to improve the health of the skin.
- Collagen
Collagen is an essential protein, whose production tends to decrease with age, with consequences on skin texture. A collagen supplementation promotes better skin elasticity and delays the appearance of wrinkles, keeping the skin brighter and fresher.
- Coenzyme Q10
Coenzyme Q10 plays a crucial role in the cellular mechanisms that lead to energy production and in maintaining cardiovascular health. Targeted supplementation is important since its presence in cells decreases with age.
- Omega-3
Omega-3s, found in fish oils and flaxseed, support brain function, reduce inflammation and sustain heart health. Supplementing Omega-3 is important to prevent cognitive decline associated with aging.
The good practice of supplementation in an anti-aging perspective
The adoption of good supplementation practices is at the basis of anti-aging medicine. So, it’s important to speak with an expert physician who can draw a therapeutic plan, in light of specific tests and a detailed analysis of the patient.
The Bonaccorso Studio implements the principles of anti-aging medicine to prevent and slow down the skin, cellular, brain and musculoskeletal aging. Dr. Michele Bonaccorso is a medical doctor, specializing in anesthesiology and intensive care. He has been studying functional medicine for over 10 years.
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The symptoms typically experienced during the period preceding and following menopause can show themselves differently. To face this delicate phase with ease, it's essential to study individual symptoms and use specific approaches that can alleviate discomfort. Supplements can play a significant role in managing or, in some cases, preventing some of the most common manifestations. The possibilities offered are numerous: working to restore a hormonal balance, safeguarding bone health and promoting overall organic well-being.
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During menopause, the body is subjected to severe stress due to the changes taking place. Hormonal instability is associated in many cases with imbalances and disorders which can be treated with specific therapies capable of alleviating the consequences. Multivitamin infusions are among the most useful treatments for mitigating the main symptoms related to menopause, with positive repercussions on the general well-being of women.
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Nature offers many precious substances useful for the organic well-being and anti-aging. Resveratrol, for example, is a polyphenolic compound that can be found in many plants and that carries important antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Because of this, it’s frequently used by anti-aging medicine to slow down the manifestations of aging.
