Alan Richman, Contributing Editor05.01.15
Antioxidants
ChromaDex, Irvine, CA—Co-Founder and CEO Frank Jaksch Jr. described Niagen as a patent-protected form of nicotinamide riboside (NR), a potent vitamin B3 derivative that promotes production of NAD+, a coenzyme vital for the health of mitochondria. He noted that NR also bolsters performance (increasing endurance by helping to produce a robust respiratory exchange ratio (RER) between feeding and fasting periods), provides neuroprotection for cognitive function, promotes cardiovascular health by promoting healthy cholesterol levels already in normal ranges, and may promote weight control by increasing sensitivity to insulin and reducing total cholesterol.
ChromaDex also markets pTeroPure, a patented, 99%-pure form of pterostilbene, which belongs to a group of anti-aging antioxidants called stilbenoids. Usually found in blueberries and red-skinned grapes, pterostilbene has potential benefits for heart health, cognitive function, blood sugar/weight management and sports nutrition, Mr. Jaksch said.
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ChromaDex, Irvine, CA—Co-Founder and CEO Frank Jaksch Jr. described Niagen as a patent-protected form of nicotinamide riboside (NR), a potent vitamin B3 derivative that promotes production of NAD+, a coenzyme vital for the health of mitochondria. He noted that NR also bolsters performance (increasing endurance by helping to produce a robust respiratory exchange ratio (RER) between feeding and fasting periods), provides neuroprotection for cognitive function, promotes cardiovascular health by promoting healthy cholesterol levels already in normal ranges, and may promote weight control by increasing sensitivity to insulin and reducing total cholesterol.
ChromaDex also markets pTeroPure, a patented, 99%-pure form of pterostilbene, which belongs to a group of anti-aging antioxidants called stilbenoids. Usually found in blueberries and red-skinned grapes, pterostilbene has potential benefits for heart health, cognitive function, blood sugar/weight management and sports nutrition, Mr. Jaksch said.
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