Longevity Through a Naturopathic Lens: Aging Well from the Inside Out

Written By Stephen Davis

Longevity isn’t just about living longer—it’s about living better. In naturopathic medicine, aging is seen as a process of cumulative cellular stress. By reducing oxidative damage, supporting metabolic health, and maintaining hormonal balance, we can promote a longer, more vibrant life. This article outlines key longevity practices grounded in science and natural health principles.

Hallmarks of Aging

  • Mitochondrial dysfunction

  • Genomic instability

  • Cellular senescence

  • Chronic low-grade inflammation (“inflammaging”)

Naturopathic Longevity Strategies

  • Intermittent Fasting: Enhances autophagy and insulin sensitivity

  • Polyphenol-Rich Diet: Found in berries, green tea, dark chocolate

  • Exercise: Resistance + aerobic training support mitochondrial health

  • Sauna & Cold Exposure: Hormetic stressors improve resilience

Top Anti-Aging Nutraceuticals

  • Resveratrol: Activates sirtuins and mimics fasting benefits

  • PQQ + CoQ10: Support mitochondrial biogenesis

  • NMN/NAD+: Assist in energy metabolism and DNA repair

  • Curcumin: Reduces inflammatory cytokines linked to aging

Supporting Research:

  • López-Otín C et al. (2013). The hallmarks of aging. Cell.

  • Sinclair DA. (2019). Lifespan: Why We Age—and Why We Don’t Have To.

  • Mattson MP. (2015). Intermittent metabolic switching, neuroplasticity and brain health. Ageing Res Rev.

Aging is not a disease. With naturopathic strategies, we can expand not just lifespan, but healthspan—the years you feel your best.

Stephen Davis https://BGNaturalHealth.com
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