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Can you still take supplements once they are past their expiry date?

Does a dietary supplement past its expiry date necessarily have to be thrown away? Read on for the answers.

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Anti-ageing: which foods should you eat to activate telomerase?

Telomerase, also known as the ‘immortality enzyme’, is known to hold back ageing. How does it work and what should you eat to stimulate its production?

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Anti-ageing: what can you do to slow down skin ageing?

Did you know it’s possible to significantly slow down ageing of the skin? Here are 6 practical (and natural) techniques for combatting skin ageing.

Conversations
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Erectile problems: 10 natural and effective remedies

Many men are affected by erectile dysfunction, particularly after the age of 40. What causes such problems and can they be overcome using natural remedies?

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The 7 most powerful antioxidants

Antioxidants have been very popular for several years because of their ability, real or perceived, to help fight against ageing. But which of them offers the greatest potency?

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What are the various causes of ageing?

Ageing is the result of a combination of genetic and environmental factors: DNA shortening, oxidative stress, glycation... Here we take a look at the ageing process, its causes, and the ways in which we can slow it down.

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Anti-ageing: senolytics, the best way to stay young

Do you want to delay the negative effects of ageing and stay fit and healthy for as long as possible, to get the most out of life and time spent with loved ones? Discover senolytics, the ultimate weapon for fighting the ageing process.

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Oxidative stress: symptoms, causes and protection

Oxidative stress surreptitiously inflicts terrible damage on our cells. Discover the best ways of protecting yourself from the onslaught of free radicals responsible for ageing.

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Anti-ageing: could there soon be a vaccine to slow down ageing?

Japanese researchers have succeeded in developing a vaccine that specifically targets senescent cells. Could we soon have an anti-ageing vaccine? Let’s take a look.

Q&As
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How should different foods be cooked to preserve their vitamins and nutrients?

While the concept of cooking food marked a turning point in the history of mankind by increasing the bioavailability of a lot more nutrients, it can also be responsible for destroying vitamins. Read our advice on the best cooking methods for preserving all your food’s vitamins and nutrients.

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N-acetylcysteine: what benefits does it offer? What is its link with glutathione?

N-acetylcysteine (NAC) supplements have enjoyed consistent success in recent times. What’s behind this continuing popularity? And what’s the relationship between NAC and glutathione?

Q&As
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What’s the best anti-ageing supplement?

While ageing is inevitable, there are natural remedies that can hold back or slow down the process. But which particular anti-ageing supplement offers the greatest efficacy?

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Intermittent fasting 16/8: definition, benefits, menus

Very much in vogue, intermittent fasting helps you lose weight, eliminates toxins and holds back ageing. What exactly is the 16/8 method? What should you eat in between fasting?

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Barbecues: how can you barbecue meat more healthily?

Sausages, burgers, kebabs … What better way of spending a warm, sunny day than a barbecue in the garden! But it doesn’t score quite so highly when it comes to health. Follow these simple recommendations for making your barbecue a healthier occasion.

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Which foods have the highest content of spermidine?

Spermidine is a key substance in our cells, concentrations of which decline with age. Discover the 10 best foods for ensuring a good intake. Which food do you think tops the list?

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Why does Miss Fitness Universe take NMN? [VIDEO]

Justine Gayraud, a world fitness champion, explains why she chooses to take NMN, a powerful substance popular with sports enthusiasts as well as those simply looking to protect their health. Discover its benefits now.

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Raw foodism: the benefits, risks and best approach to ‘eating raw’

If you’re keen to eat a healthier diet that’s more in tune with nature, you’re almost certainly aware of the trend towards raw foodism. Here we look at its benefits, risks and the best way to approach it.

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Anti-ageing: 10 celebrity secrets to staying young

Halle Berry, Jennifer Aniston, Vanessa Paradis: how do A-list actresses manage to defy time and hold back the signs of ageing? Here we share 10 of their little secrets for maintaining a youthful appearance - without going under the knife.

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What are the 7 best supplements for fighting fatigue?

Are you feeling increasingly tired and want to find a natural way of restoring your energy and well-being? Discover our top 7 supplements for fighting fatigue.

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Pesticides: what should we do about the contamination of our food?

Pesticides, the substances used for killing ‘harmful’ organisms, continue to contaminate our food. Discover how to deal with these toxic compounds on a day-to-day basis.

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Resveratrol: the benefits and side-effects of this ‘fountain of youth’

Resveratrol is a powerful and beneficial polyphenol found at high levels in grapes - and therefore wine. Discover its effects and in which circumstances to either prioritise or avoid it.

Advice
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10 tips for fighting oxidative stress and free radicals

Accelerated ageing of the skin, joints, and hair, plus fatigue, etc … your body is at risk from oxidative stress. The good news is there are ways you can protect yourself.

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Later life: the best dietary supplements for older people

If you’re over – or fast-approaching – 70 years of age, or want some advice for loved ones in this age group, this article on ‘senior’ supplements is for you.

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Indispensable: the 12 fruits and vegetables with the highest polyphenol content

The polyphenol content of fruits and vegetables is one of the main reasons these foods are so good for our health. But which contain the most? And can you guess which one takes the no. 1 spot?

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Glycation: the silent process that accelerates ageing

Glycation is a silent but powerful chemical reaction that plays a key role in the aging process. Find out exactly what’s involved in this ‘spontaneous caramelisation’ of the body, and how to curb it.

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The multiple benefits of goji berries

A superfruit used for more than 2000 years in traditional Chinese medicine, the goji berry has become increasingly popular in the West because of its high content of vitamins and antioxidants. Discover its various benefits.

Features
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What exactly is calorie restriction?

Calorie restriction consists of reducing your food intake, compensating for any potential deficiencies by taking supplements. Aside from its slimming effects, calorie restriction is now being studied primarily for its ability to prolong life expectancy.

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What is a senescent cell?

A senescent cell is one whose life cycle has come to a permanent end. In the normal scheme of things, such cells are eliminated from the body by the immune system. But in some cases, this fails to happen and they accumulate in tissues, with potentially serious consequences for health.

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What is oxidative stress?

Oxidative stress is what happens when our cells are attacked by free radicals. In excess, these unstable molecules overwhelm our defences, damaging the body. Here we take a look at their sources and consequences, and the ways in which we can help keep them under control.

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Chronic inflammation: a review in 10 key points

Inflammation is a mechanism used by the body to respond to harmful stimuli. But when that response is excessive, the body suffers. Here, in 10 points, are the essential facts.

Features
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Reversing ageing: major new breakthrough seen with NMN

A research team has just found a way of reversing this loss of ability using a compound that promotes the growth of new blood vessels : NMN (nicotinamide mononucleotide).

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10 steps to take each day to stem the ageing process

There are many things you can do each day to put the brakes on ageing. Here are our ten top tips to help slow down the ageing process.

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Turmeric disables a protein-crusher associated with cancer

Within the scientific community, enthusiasm for turmeric’s anti-cancer virtues is palpable: over the past 30 years, the number of studies conducted on the plant has skyrocketed, with a steady increase in the rate of publication...

Conversations
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The conversation about cancer you wished you had read earlier...

Diet, the impact of stress, possible causes of mutations, the processes involved … Two people discuss in depth the specifics of cancer.

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The benefits of glutathione - the king of antioxidants!

Crowned the king of all antioxidants, glutathione is indeed an exceptional compound which nonetheless is often overlooked. Did you know, for example, that it plays a key role in the healthy functioning, equilibrium and defence of the body?

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The multiple benefits of resveratrol: a strong case for supplementation

Available nowadays as a dietary supplement, resveratrol is an exceptional active principle. It has been studied for decades and continues to reveal new properties and therapeutic virtues...

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Grapes - autumn’s health booster!

The humble grape is without doubt the star fruit of the autumn season! Its popularity, however, is not just due to its deliciously sweet taste but also – and perhaps more importantly – because it offers many benefits for our health.

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5 good reasons to stock up on antioxidants

Antioxidant substances are able to combat the harmful effects of free radicals, and thus offer multiple benefits for our health. Below we list five excellent reasons to stock up on antioxidants and protect your body to the max.

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Everything you need to know about vitamin E, tocotrienols and tocopherols!

Getting plenty of vitamin E? Of course you are! But, wait a minute. This vitamin is more complex than it seems. What exactly does it do? Which form should you take? What is the difference between tocopherols and tocotrienols?

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Top tips on how to stay fit and beautiful after 60

Sixty is the age of fulfilment and serenity. It’s also an age when we need to take extra care of ourselves. Here are our top tips.

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7 good reasons to discover astragalus

The astragalus plant is native to China, and has been used for over 2,000 years for its health benefits. What are those benefits and why are they important? Here are seven good reasons to use astragalus.

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