Open Access Government: A century of NAD+ insights drives aging science and solutions innovations

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. NAD+ is essential for human health and is central to cellular metabolism, DNA repair, and many other essential operations. Over a century ago, its importance became clear when a deficiency in niacin, a precursor to NAD+, was linked to pellagra – a devastating disease characterized by dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia, and death. The diverse and severe symptoms of pellagra underscored just how crucial NAD+ is to the body’s basic functions.

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Heather L. Makar is a biologist, longevity futurist, TEDx speaker, and science writer focused on translating complex mechanisms of aging into strategies for healthspan extension. At Renue By Science, she leads research-driven content strategy that empowers readers to understand, optimize, and evolve their own biology. She brings a multidisciplinary perspective to health optimization, bridging natural medicine and cutting edge science to build actionable protocols that have tangible effects immediately and far into the future.