Not all NAD precursors are alike.

If you’ve been keeping up with aging and science news, you’ve probably already heard of a critical molecule known as nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). You may even already know that NAD is critical to human survival, and decreases as we get older and undergo metabolic stresses. There are a few different ways of increasing NAD, and although the science here is important, it can easily turn into an eye-glazing-over experience for most people who don’t study cells for a living.

Dr. Alyssa Dweck reveals a new definition of beauty and how to get there.

By Alyssa Dweck, MS, MD, FACOG

They say 50 is the new 20! Now more than ever, as the population ages, it seems that there is a revolution of sorts occurring in the “aging” space, especially for women. Maturing women from their early 40s are more excited than ever to be at the top of their games both mentally and physically.

Why we’re tired all the time and what to do about it.

We all want to make the most out of our lives. We want to do the things we love, with the people we care about, for as many years as we can. But we get tired. We hit that midday slump, or struggle to get out of bed after a long night. During the constant shuffle of jobs and families and general life stresses, it can be easy to turn to tasty stimulants as a quick way to get through the day. Even if those things ultimately don’t help us feel more energetic or leave us with a nasty crash once they wear off.