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Experts Warn: Supplements Can't Replace Healthy Living

12/9/2025

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NRC and NMN are marketed for DNA repair and anti-aging.
Professor Oliver Jones notes NAD participates in processes, but boosting its levels lacks evidence of aging benefits.
Professor Bruce Neal and dietitian Danielle Shine say studies are limited and based on animals, which may not apply to humans.
They conclude that foundational health habits, such as a balanced diet and regular exercise, are more effective for longevity than supplements.

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Story summary

NRC and NMN are marketed for DNA repair and anti-aging.
Professor Oliver Jones notes NAD participates in processes, but boosting its levels lacks evidence of aging benefits.
Professor Bruce Neal and dietitian Danielle Shine say studies are limited and based on animals, which may not apply to humans.
They conclude that foundational health habits, such as a balanced diet and regular exercise, are more effective for longevity than supplements.