COGNITIVE FUNCTION

Resilience of mind

Approximately 1 in 3 seniors pass away with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

Preventive measures could improve quality of life and delay cognitive decline

Why the mind matters

Your cognitive abilities – memory, attention, and problem-solving – are central to living a full, independent life.

Protecting and enhancing your brain health can slow cognitive decline and improve quality of life as you age.

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Boost brain longevity

Your memory, attention, and problem-solving abilities are essential for a full and independent life. Protecting your brain health.

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Delay cognitive decline

Taking simple steps—like staying active and eating brain-healthy foods—can slow down cognitive decline and keep your mind sharp for longer.

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Preserve independence

With the right habits and support, you can strengthen your brain, helping you maintain independence and quality of life as you age.

How to optimize your cognitive function

Stay mentally active

  • Engage in brain-challenging activities such as puzzles, reading, or learning new skills
  • Stay socially connected to stimulate cognitive resilience​

Make water your beverage of choice

Plan consistent, healthy meals

Avoid sugary and high-carb foods and drinks

Get sufficient rest every night

Consider Acarbose, a starchy carb blocker, to decrease spikes

Adopt a brain-healthy lifestyle

  • Exercise regularly, shown to improve brain function and slow age-related decline
  • Prioritize restful sleep for memory consolidation and cognitive performance

Use a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) to understand your current levels

Switch to balanced, low-carb meals

Establish an exercise routine

Minimize stress levels

Consider Metformin to lower blood sugar levels

Evaluate and track your cognitive health

  • Use cognitive assessments to catch early signs of decline
  • blēo and The Longevity AI monitor key signals like sleep, stress, and HRV to track cognitive health
  • Get personalized coaching from The Longevity AI to adjust your habits for better brain performance

Use a CGM periodically over any 14-day period

Understand how your habits affect your blood sugar

Measure efficacy of diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes

Monitor your body’s response to treatments

Analyze, adjust, and repeat

Our treatments

Studies indicate that metformin can extend lifespan by improving metabolic efficiency and delaying the onset of metabolic diseases. Metformin activates the AMPK pathway, which is pivotal in regulating metabolism and cellular energy homeostasis.

Talk to your healthcare provider to see if a glucose management plan is right for you. Prescription products require an online consultation with a physician who will determine if a prescription is appropriate. See product page for important safety information. Benefits outlined on longevity.direct are based on 3rd party studies.

Note: The above statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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How does Rapaymcin work?

Rapamycin slows aging by targeting the mTOR pathway, shifting the body’s focus from growth to repair. It promotes cellular recycling, reduces overgrowth linked to disease, and enhances resilience to stress.

Imagine your body as a city, bustling with activity.

Cells are the workers, and mTOR (mechanistic target of rapamycin) is the city planner, deciding where to focus resources – building new structures, cleaning up waste, or repairing old ones.

As we age, mTOR often prioritizes building (cell growth) over maintenance (cellular repair), leading to “clutter” in our bodies that contributes to aging and disease.

This is where Rapamycin comes in.

It acts like a wise advisor to mTOR, convincing it to slow down unnecessary growth projects and focus on clean up and repair instead.

Specifically, Rapamycin:

Activates cellular recycling (autophagy):

Think of autophagy as the city’s waste management system. Damaged parts of cells are broken down and reused, keeping the system efficient and healthy.

Reduces harmful overgrowth:

Overactive mTOR has been linked to diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, and neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s. By dialing back excessive growth signals, Rapamycin helps prevent these issues.

Supports stress resilience:

When cells are less focused on growing, they’re better equipped to handle stress, repair damage, and maintain long-term health.