Micronutrient therapy
| Equalizes nutrient deficits | |
| A regular, balanced supply of micronutrients closes possible nutrient gaps, supports the body's own regulation mechanisms and metabolic processes and can reduce the side effects of drugs or improve the effect of drugs. Zinc, iodine and selenium are often low, especially in older people. Zinc is important for wound healing, for keeping the mucous membranes healthy and improves the immune defense. Selenium deficiency causes a reduced function of Selenium-dependent enzymes, which occur in almost all organs. Selenium-dependent enzymes include, for example, the enzymes from the group of glutathione peroxidases, which play an important role in coping with oxidative stress, and certain deiodinases (iodine-removing enzymes), which are important for the effect of thyroid hormones on the body cells. Iodine is essential for the maintenance of thyroid function and thus participates in the regulation of oxygen and energy metabolism, influences the metabolism of many hormones and regulates the temperature. It also controls lipolysis and glycogen synthesis. Vitamin B12 is also a critical vitamin in older people. Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid are necessary for the biosynthesis of DNA and RNA and therefore indispensable for all processes of cell growth and division. Another task of folic acid is the methylation of homocysteine to methionine and thus the control of homocysteine levels. |
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| Prevents bone loss | |
| Osteoporosis is a common disease in older people and is associated with massive limitations in quality of life. Calcium and phosphorus are significantly involved in the structure of the bone matrix as hydroxyapatite. A sufficient vitamin D level is necessary for optimal calcium absorption, as vitamin D promotes the absorption of calcium from the intestine and increases its storage in the bones. Vitamin K supports bone function by activating various proteins of bone metabolism, such as osteocalcin and matrix GLA protein. |
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| Maintain and improves cognitive abilities | |
| In addition to its pronounced antioxidant effects, ginkgoextract (ginkgo biloba) also improves local cerebral blood flow. The brain tissue benefits from this and an increase in cognitive performance can be achieved. DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is found in high concentrations in the brain, nerve tissue and rhodopsin of the eyes. It is necessary for maintaining permeability and flexibility of cell membranes and is required by postsynaptic receptors for neurotransmission. A systemic deficiency of DHA is associated with neurodegenerative diseases, reduced cognitive performance and behavioral problems. |
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| Improves energy delivery | |
| Coenzyme Q10 is essential for electron transfer in the mitochondrial respiratory chain for energy production (ATP). It also contributes to the stabilization of cell membranes and to membrane fluidity and vitality. Coenzyme Q10 levels decrease with age and deficits can occur. | |
| Improves drive | |
| The guarana plant is classified as a caffeine containig plant and used preventively and therapeutically as a psychostimulant or psychotonic. The main target of the caffeine is the central nervous system, where it directly and widely stimulates and improves mood parameters. | |
| Increases libido | |
| The Macaroot (Lepidium meyenii) from the highlands of Peru helps to improve libido and supports erectile dysfunction. Maca can also reduce psychological symptoms such as anxiety and depression. |