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If you were in your thirties what supplements/habits/foods would you recommend to promote …

what it claims

The community recommends prioritizing a solid foundation of lifestyle habits—regular physical exercise (strength training and 'zone 2' cardio), restorative sleep, a protein-rich diet, and stress management—rather than relying on complex supplementation, although a few specific supplements (creatine, magnesium, omega-3s, vitamin D) are considered useful as support.

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The community strongly converges on the idea that lifestyle far outweighs supplementation.

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The community strongly converges on the idea that lifestyle far outweighs supplementation. Science largely supports muscle strengthening and cardio for longevity; meta-analyses confirm that physical resistance is a pillar of metabolic health (meta-analysis, PubMed). Creatine is one of the most robust supplements, demonstrating validated efficacy in preserving muscle mass and cognitive function (RCT, Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition). The benefit of omega-3s for cardiovascular health is supported by observational evidence and clinical trials, although optimal dosages remain a subject of debate. Vitamin D supplementation is relevant in cases of proven deficiency, often confirmed by blood tests, but its systematic benefit for the general population is sometimes considered exaggerated (Cochrane meta-analysis). Finally, the use of supplements like collagen or certain antioxidants remains an area where evidence lacks consistency to validate a major impact on overall longevity.

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Decoded by Noli · July 18, 2026 · the original post

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Linked to, not proven to cause.

Measured on: general principle

r/Biohackers in the Register28 claims graded · solidity 73/100See their record →

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