GlycanAge Blog

Explore the latest insights and research in GlycanAge testing, alongside expert advice and personal journeys that dive into the fascinating intersection of science, lifestyle, and health

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Biohacker Tim Gray on His Health Optimisation Mindset — Part One

Tim Gray is founder of The Health Optimisation Summit and one of the UK’s leading biohackers. Peak wellness performance wasn’t always a part of his story though; years ago Tim found himself in and out of doctor’s offices and running on empty with no answers.

By The GlycanAge Team
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The Unlikely Causes of Fast Ageing

We all know the obvious lifestyle choices that can lead to fast ageing – from smoking to excessive drinking and unhealthy diets. But our bodies can also be affected by a number of choices we make with the best intentions. Here we list the most unlikely causes of fast ageing.

By Radhika Sanghani
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Life in Lockdown

Before 2020 and life in lockdown, Thomas Lillo was always on the go as assistant to entrepreneur and Net-A-Porter co-founder Carmen Busquets. His job involved frequent international travel, which, he was surprised to learn, was taking a toll on his biological age. We talked with Thomas about how he has used the last year’s lifestyle changes to improve his overall health.

By The GlycanAge Team
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Intuitive eating: the best diet is the one that feels right

When it comes to diets, there are endless options: paleo, keto, atkin’s, low carb, low fat, high protein and many more. It can be hard to know where to start, and which one will work for your body. But a new way of eating is helping people eschew all these diets in favour of the simplest of all: intuitive eating.

By Radhika Sanghani
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Ask the Experts: How to Maximise Your Productivity

It’s high time to prioritise performance, bid adieu to distractions and find motivation in method. Here’s how to ensure your working day is working for you…

By Harriet Charnock-Bates
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What Are Vaccines Doing to Our Bodies, and Could Sugars Make the Vaccines Better?

A considerable expansion in glycomics capabilities is required to fully exploit protein glycosylation for the development of new vaccines.

By Tea Petrovic
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The Sweet Secret of a Healthy Pregnancy

Scientists discovered that sugars attached to the immune cells may be the reason behind improvement of the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis during pregnancy.

By Iwona Wójcik
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Gut Microbiota Proves That One Man’s Trash Is Another Man’s Treasure

The trillions of bacteria that live in our gut work together with our immune system to protect us from harm

By Iwona Wójcik
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Could Eating Soybeans Help Protect Men from Viral Infections?

Oestrogen activity strengthens the female immune system, but phytoestrogens, such as those found in soybeans, could show the same beneficial effect in boosting male immunity to reduce the odds of viral infection

By Ph. D. Julija Jurić
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How do You Stop Feeling Stressed when Life is Stressful?

With stress levels so high, and this being such a known factor in determining your state of health, it's more important than ever to keep an eye on your biological age and to introduce measures to help you, your family and friends stay balanced at this unprecedented time.

By Radhika Sanghani
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Hit the Reset Button

In an age where burnout is the rule rather than the exception, these rarified retreats take health to new heights.

By Harriet Charnock-Bates
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Top 5 Trending Biohacks for Stress Management

Stress takes its toll in many ways - and its effect is compounding. Here are 5 biohacks to help you manage your stress.

By Brittany Ford
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