Tested for you: „Longevity Bundle“ from Avea
Longevity, a term that is currently on everyone’s lips. But what is actually behind it? Longevity science aims to add healthy, vibrant years to your life and improve your quality of life. Personal lifestyle plays an important role in this, as a balanced diet, regular exercise and stress management significantly increase longevity. However, certain dietary supplements can also have a supportive effect.
Longevity for the cells
A tiny molecule called NAD+ has an important function here. It is a coenzyme that is found in every cell and is important for energy metabolism, DNA repair and gene expression. A higher NAD+ level is associated with longevity and less age-related degradation. Unfortunately, however, NAD+ levels decrease with age or with certain lifestyles. This means that this also has a negative impact on vital cell functions.
NMN boosts NAD+
NMN is a vitamin B3 derivative that is considered a precursor to NAD+ and offers a promising approach to optimizing NAD+ levels in the body and thus slowing down cell ageing. Many supplement manufacturers are taking advantage of this. Avea’s NMN supplement with advanced Uthever® NMN has been shown to be effective in clinical studies and is also 99% pure.
My test of the trio
I tested the “Longevity Bundle” from Avea in Switzerland for four weeks. A trio consists of three different products: 30 sachets of the Collagen Activator, a jar of 30 capsules of NMN, the precursor of NAD+, and a jar of 30 booster capsules containing various anti-ageing substances such as ubiquinol (coenzyme Q10), resveratrol, pterostilbene, nicotinamide (vitamin B3) and much more.
I follow the guide for daily intake: every morning I take one NMN and one booster capsule, usually after breakfast, which I tend to skimp on except at the weekend. I take the Collagen Activator with Colgevity 8,400 mg (L-glycine 5,000 mg, L-hydroxyproline 1,700 mg, L-proline 1,700 mg), calcium alpha ketoglutarate 1,000 mg, algae powder 200 mg (provides astaxanthin 4 mg) 1-2 hours before going to bed every day. The glycine also promotes restful sleep. I dissolve the contents of the sachet in a glass of water, and thanks to 150 mg of acerola fruit juice extract (provides 48 mg of vitamin C), my bedtime drink doesn’t taste too bad.
Why collagen in the evening?
So that the Collagen Activator can support the nightly repair work on the skin. Because increased collagen production means firmer and therefore rejuvenated skin. Avea research at ETH Zurich has shown that the collagen precursor Colgevity contained in the powder was able to increase collagen synthesis significantly more than with normal collagen intake. According to an observational study with 60 participants, increased skin hydration was observed after daily intake of Collagen Activator over a period of 30 days. Radiance and skin smoothness were improved and redness and brown spots were reduced.
What I noticed after 3o days was actually firmer and well-moisturized skin on the chin contours. More importantly, I was finally able to sleep well again – deeply and restfully. Since the menopause, I have suffered from difficulty falling asleep and sleeping through the night. Glycine has obviously done its job well, as it has been proven to regulate the body’s internal clock, promote relaxation and optimize sleep quality. It improves physical performance and recovery.
What I have also noticed is that my physical stamina has increased and I have been more efficient overall. Of course, I realize that this condition will not remain when I stop taking the products. However, I’m also not sure whether a habituation effect won’t set in at some point with such supplements, because Longevity can’t be increased indefinitely…
Discover your longevity potential
If you’re not sure which longevity measures are right for you, you can take an online test at Avea. In addition to age and gender, the test asks about your individual diet, desired longevity goal, stress levels, sleeping habits, exercise levels and sun consumption. The test is completed quickly with just a few clicks. The result with personal product recommendations, which are created by the Avea science and longevity team, is sent to you by email.
„Longevity Bundle“ von Avea from Avea with 30 sachets per monthly box and 2 jars with 30 capsules each, 199.00 euros, subscription 179.10 euros
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To travel during my profession as a beauty journalist was never enough for my. Also my six month on a world trip didn’t do it. It always attracts me to other cities, foreign countries, on roadtrips and places I don’t know yet. But I am not only interested in “culture” and “cream”, I am also fascinated by people who have stories to tell . Such unique experiences I want to share with you.