Telomere Health

Telomeres are buffers, protective pieces of DNA material at the ends of each and every chromosome in every cell in the body. Telomeres perform a similar role to the plastic tip at the end of a shoelace. Like these plastic tips that keep shoelaces from becoming damaged or frayed, telomeres protect our chromosomes from the critical shortening and damage that may ultimately lead to cellular death and loss of health. Our telomeres are essentially a bio-marker of our age, or “genetic time clock” getting shorter and shorter throughout our lifetime, until they reach a point where our cells cannot divide any further, and we die of old age.

Telomerase is our body’s own naturally produced enzyme that is commonly referred to as the ‘fountain of youth’. Telomerase counteracts telomere shortening by rebuilding and replenishing the ends of the chromosomes to keep cells (and you) healthy. If telomerase enzyme levels are high, the telomere length is maintained and our cells can be replicated more completely, rather than degrading over time.

Maintaining longer telomeres has been linked to better health and longevity, while shorter telomeres are associated with age-related diseases. Lifestyle choices can influence telomere length, with poor choices like smoking, physical inactivity, high stress, and an unhealthy diet accelerating telomere shortening. On the other hand, adopting a healthy lifestyle, including a nutritious diet, dietary supplements, regular exercise, and stress reduction techniques, can support healthy telomeres.

Telomere Health contains astragalus extract (including 10% Astragaloside IV) and selenium to support the body’s normal telomerase enzyme, along with baicalin, glutathione and a New Zealand made antioxidant complex to protect against the oxidative stress that causes telomere shortening.

Results and benefits will of course vary from person to person. Some people experience improved energy, well-being, and even more. Others do not report “feeling” any differently, but continue to take Telomere Health in the knowledge that its active ingredients are backed up by scientific research and they are supporting their telomere health and telomerase activity.

Yes. Research shows that positive lifestyle changes can not only maintain but may also support your telomere length. Stress management techniques such as yoga, exercise and a healthy diet have been shown to have a positive impact on telomere length and telomerase activity. We recommend combining Telomere Health with good lifestyle choices for optimum health and longevity.