Healthy Ageing
Functional ingredients for healthy ageing formulations
Healthy ageing refers to the preservation of physiological, cognitive, and metabolic functions throughout life, with the goal of promoting autonomy, vitality, and quality of life in advanced age. In the field of product development, targeted ingredients can play a supportive role in formulations designed to address the nutritional and metabolic challenges associated with ageing.
Scientific rationale for ingredient-based strategies
Nutritional strategies for healthy ageing typically involve:
- Optimisation of metabolic efficiency, including glucose and lipid homeostasis.
- Antioxidant protection to mitigate cellular oxidative stress and inflammation.
- Maintenance of lean mass and reduction of central adiposity, a key risk factor in cardiometabolic decline.
Role of NOW® ingredient systems in ageing-oriented formulations
NOW® offers ingredient platforms that support product innovation in the area of healthy ageing:
NOW® Energy
Developed to support cellular energy metabolism and reduce markers of oxidative stress, contributing to the preservation of mitochondrial activity and glucose tolerance.
Suitable for formulations focused on vitality, mental clarity, and metabolic performance in ageing populations.
NOW® Weight
Demonstrated efficacy in body composition modulation, including the reduction of visceral and subcutaneous abdominal fat, which are linked to cardiovascular and metabolic disorders in older adults.
Rich in naturally occurring antioxidants and inositols, which have been associated with anti-inflammatory effects and improved lipid metabolism.
Supports dietary interventions targeting insulin sensitivity, fat redistribution and cholesterol balance-all relevant to healthy ageing strategies.
Technical application
These ingredient systems are designed for use in:
- Functional foods targeting midlife wellness and active ageing.
- Medical nutrition products aimed at metabolic support in age-related conditions.
- Clean-label meal replacements or ready-to-mix concepts promoting nutritional resilience over time.
Scientific support
The relationship between NOW® bioactives and markers of healthy ageing has been examined in three independent high-level scientific studies. These include:
- Controlled clinical trials assessing metabolic parameters.
- Analytical profiling of bioactive compounds (inositols, polyphenols).
- Evaluation of antioxidant activity and inflammatory markers.
Full technical dossiers and published abstracts are available upon request under confidentiality agreement (CDA/NDA).
DISCLAIMER FOR B2B USE ONLY
This information is intended for business-to-business communication only. Any reference to physiological functions is for technical and formulation purposes. The responsibility for compliance with Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 on nutrition and health claims lies with the manufacturer of the final consumer product.