Longevity & Cellular
Astaxanthin
Sports Research
A carotenoid studied for supporting skin resilience to UV and eye health. Relevant if you train outside in Arizona sun.
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Straight talk
Takes six weeks to saturate tissue. Be patient.
Same shelf
Also in The Long Game
Bioavailable Curcumin
Doctor's Best
- Form
- Phytosome or liposomal, not raw turmeric powder
- Dose
- 500 to 1,000 mg with a meal
Supports a healthy inflammatory response and joint comfort. Raw turmeric barely absorbs, so the delivery system is the product.
If you're on blood thinners, ask your doctor before you touch this.
NAC
NOW Foods
- Form
- Capsule, 600 mg
- Dose
- 600 mg, once or twice daily
Precursor to glutathione, the body's own antioxidant. Supports liver function and respiratory health.
Pairs with glycine. Together they're the glutathione conversation.
TMG (Betaine)
NOW Foods
- Form
- Unflavored powder
- Dose
- 2.5 g daily
Methyl donor supporting homocysteine metabolism, with data on power output in trained lifters.
Cheap, dual-purpose, and almost nobody takes it.