A nutritionist’s guide to supplements for biohacking your health
The below are a list of nutritionist recommended supplements for aging and longevity, superfoods, prenatals and more.
My top anti-ageing supplement picks
With age comes wisdom and confidence, but it can also come with cognitive decline and premature wrinkles. To fight the latter the below supplements are my top picks for more energy, enhanced cognitive abilities and a few less wrinkles.
Thorne Research, Berberine-500, 60 Capsules
This is a powerful antioxidant that combats aging and age related diseases. It helps protect against DNA and cellular damage. Berberine has a number of benefits, some of these include blood sugar regulation, weight loss and more. This is back by scientific evidence.
Life Extension, NAD+ Cell Regenerator and Resveratrol, 30 Vegetarian Capsules
This unique combination of ingredients is rich in phytonutrients coenzymes and a host of other ingredients that are recommended by anti aging expert Dr David Sinclair. Assists with cellular energy production to fight aging.
NOW Foods, Resveratrol, 200 mg, 120 Veg Capsules
Improves mitochondrial function (the powerhouse of the cell), reduces inflammation, oxidative stress & more making it an excellent supplement for healthy aging & longevity. Resveratrol is the key ingredient that gives red wine health properties, drinking is not recommended for healthy aging.
California Gold Nutrition, NMN, Nicotinamide Mononucleotide, 175 mg, 60 Veggie Capsules
This is a pre-cursor to NAD+ which is an important component in healthy aging. It supports energy metabolism, cellular and mitochondria health. It lowers chronic inflammation levels and improves lipid profile.
Top gut health supplement picks
Gut health affects every facet of our health, therefore it is a key consideration when biohacking! From how well we age, mood, energy and even our risk for chronic diseases and many types of cancers. These are the top picks for general gut health hacks, however it is important to get your gut microbiome tested to personalise what will work best for you.
Thorne, B.P.P. (Betaine/Pepsin/Pancreatin), Digestive Enzymes, 180 Capsules
This is a fantastic all rounder for improving digestive health. All the bases are covered with improving stomach acid for digestion, extraction of nutrients and destroying pathogens. Supports the gut with food sensitivities.
Youtheory, Spore Probiotic, 6 Billion CFU, 60 Vegetarian Capsules
This is a spore based probiotic that works effectively to improve gut health. May be particularly helpful for SIBO and bloating
Jarrow Formulas, Shilajit Fulvic Acid Complex, 60 Veggie Caps
SHilajit and fulvic acid come from nutrient rich volcanic soil. They support mitochondrial health for energy production and may be helpful for brain and muscle health and exercise endurance.
Super food supplements
Food is medicine or it can be the slowest form of poison, these are my top picks for the must nutrient dense foods with multiple proven benefits.
Sunfood, Raw Organic Chia Seeds, 1 lb (454 g)
Chia seeds are a nutrient powerhouse full of good fats for brain health and fibre which is fundamental for good gut health. It also as a detoxifying effect by sweeping out the colon.
Real Mushrooms, Lion’s Mane, Cognition, 120 Capsules
Lion’s Mane has been used for longevity and wellbeing since ancient times by the Chinese, Greek’s and Roman’s. Research shows the ycan improve anxiety, cognitive function & depression.
Vital Proteins, Beef Liver, 120 Capsules
Pasture raised beef liver has been likened to nature’s natural multi-vitamin. Liver is a powerhouse of nutrition in particular it is rich in iron, folate, vitamin B12, vitamin A, riboflavin, zinc, selenium and more