Cycloastragenol may help support healthy aging by activating telomerase. Telomerase is an enzyme that plays a role in optimal cellular integrity, yet its activity may decline with age.

From the detoxifying effects of sulforaphane in broccoli to the anti-inflammatory properties of curcumin in turmeric, these plants offer unique compounds that are linked to extending healthy years and improving quality of life.

Xenohormesis suggests a direct link between the consumption of stressed plants and health, including improved metabolic health, increased stress resistance, and a decrease in the prevalence of age-related degeneration.

Nothing can take the place of a well-rounded, nutrient-rich diet—but if you want to help your body heal from the metabolic and cellular damage incurred from years of unhealthy eating, several plant compounds can facilitate the process.