Just because you have more candles on your birthday cake doesn’t mean you have to have less vitality. In fact, with the right approach, you can actively enhance your well-being as you age. Biohacking aging involves leveraging supplements, therapies, and lifestyle changes to slow the aging process and improve overall vitality. It’s not about turning back the clock but optimizing how your body ages by addressing cellular health, inflammation, and hormonal changes.
According to chiropractor Dr. Shara Posner, who is passionate about wellness, “The key to longevity, really, is the maintenance, or the ability to prolong your body’s ability to create hormones and also to have cellular energy.” This holistic approach empowers you to tackle the challenges of aging with precision and purpose, offering tools for better outcomes as your body changes.
Collagen: The Building Block for Healthier Aging
Collagen, a vital protein, plays a significant role in skin elasticity, joint health, and tissue repair. Unfortunately, collagen production decreases as estrogen levels dip during aging, contributing to inflammation and slower healing.
Dr. Shara recommends consuming collagen separately from caffeine for maximum absorption. Mixing collagen with caffeine isn’t ideal because it can reduce fibroblastic activity, which is crucial for absorbing and utilizing collagen. Incorporating high-quality collagen into your routine can support your joints, prevent injury, and keep your skin youthful.
NAD+: A Cellular Energy Powerhouse
NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) is essential for over 500 biological processes, including energy production and inflammation reduction. As we age, NAD+ levels decline, affecting cellular repair and metabolism.
NAD, from a female’s perspective, helps me stabilize my mood. It helps me with my brain fog. It’s an antioxidant
Dr. Shara
For many, taking NAD+ activators—a precursor that boosts the body’s NAD+ levels—can significantly improve mental clarity and energy.
Dr. Shara notes that the benefits of NAD+ therapy can be life-changing.”I have always described anytime I take NAD, if I inject it and, or take my supplement and, or use an IV drip, I feel like somebody shot my veins with some espresso, and it almost feels like my consciousness snaps back into my head.”
Turmeric and Arnica: Anti-Inflammatory Powerhouses
Turmeric, particularly its active compound curcumin, is widely recognized for its anti-inflammatory properties. Dr. Shara acknowledges its effectiveness, stating, “Turmeric and curcumin are very good and very effective for reducing inflammation.” She also recommends anti-inflammatory natural pain relievers such as the herb Arnica.
GLP-1s: Revolutionizing Metabolic Health
Initially developed for managing diabetes, GLP-1 therapies, such as semaglutide, have found their place in biohacking for aging. These treatments regulate blood sugar, curb inflammation, and reduce visceral fat, which often increases with hormonal changes during menopause.
Dr. Shara highlights the emerging practice of microdosing GLP-1s, particularly for women in perimenopause and menopause. This approach can reduce “meno-belly” fat, lift brain fog, and enhance metabolic health without the extreme side effects of chronic macro-dosing. Combined with hormone replacement therapy (HRT), GLP-1s can help mitigate many age-related challenges, from insulin sensitivity to musculoskeletal pain.
Aging With Confidence
By integrating collagen, NAD+, and GLP-1 therapies into your biohacking toolkit, you can address key aspects of aging—joint health, energy, and hormonal balance. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Shara today, and don’t miss the podcast where she shares her insights on this topic as a featured guest!!
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