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Ursolic acid is a triterpene naturally found in several plants. It is currently the subject of extensive research for its potential involvement in mechanisms related to ageing, metabolism and muscle health. Rosemary is also recognised for supporting digestion, liver function and the body's immune defences.
Spermidine is a polyamine naturally found in all living cells. Involved in numerous essential biological processes, it plays a central role in cellular renewal, making it one of the most extensively studied compounds in anti-ageing research today.
Vitamin D3 is the form of vitamin D naturally produced by our skin when exposed to sunlight. It contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle function, normal bones and teeth, the normal function of the immune system, and the normal absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus.