January 5, 2022

BULLETIN HEALTH TOPIC 106

SIRTUINS & LONGEVITY

 



Sirtuins are the bodies mechanics. They are enzymes that are released to go around and repair the body.

They prevent cell death, boost mitochondria and repair our DNA.

They protect us from age-related diseases such as cancer, Alzheimer’s, osteoporosis, and inflammation.

As we get older our sirtuins decrease and become less efficient. This is thought to be one of the primary reasons that we age.

Young people who have an abundance of healthy Sirtuins rarely suffer these age-related diseases. But there is a way we can support the efficiency of our sirtuins and delay the onset of aging.

Sirtuins can only function in the presence of Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NAD+). 

NAD+ is like the fuel for sirtuins.

The more NAD+ our body can produce the better our sirtuins can work the healthier we will be.

Exercise is one of the best ways to increase NAD+. 

Also putting your body under a physical stress like fasting, calorie restriction, cold or hot exposure. These are excellent tools we have to increase NAD+

There are foods that we can consume to increase NAD+.

Whole grains (B3), oily fish, Yeast, green vegetables and mushrooms.

Many people use supplements. 

Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN) is the precursor to NAD+.

NMN converts into NAD+ which will then fuel the Sirtuins.
 

There have been studies showing great results from people using 1gram of NMN mixed with yoghurt or olive oil taken first thing in the morning.


Not only is this metabolically increasing sirtuins, people are also expecting an increase in mental focus and energy.


NMN > NAD+ = Sirtuin increase = Longevity 

Sardine & Mediterranean Veg Bake (Shakshuka-Style)

By Zina Stone • April 30, 2026
Ingredients 2 tins sardines (in extra virgin olive oil) 1 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 zucchini, chopped 1 eggplant, diced (optional but great for depth) 1 red capsicum, sliced 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes 1 tbsp tomato paste 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp cumin ½ tsp chilli flakes (optional) Salt & pepper 3–4 eggs Fresh parsley or dill Optional: Salmon chunks, prawns, feta cheese, olives

Japanese Inspired Salmon Bowl

By Zina Stone • April 23, 2026
Ingredients For the salmon 2 salmon fillets (about 150g each) 1 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium) 1 tsp mirin 1 tsp sesame oil 1 tsp grated ginger 1 garlic clove, minced For the bowl 1 cup cooked brown rice or sushi rice 1 cup edamame, shelled 1 cup bok choy, chopped 1 medium carrot, julienned 1/2 cucumber, sliced 1 tbsp sesame seeds 2 green onions, sliced Nori strips (optional) For the dressing 1 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium) 1 tbsp rice vinegar 1 tsp sesame oil 1 tsp honey or maple syrup 1/2 tsp grated ginger

Chicken & Broccoli Salad

By Zina Stone • April 9, 2026
Ingredients 2 cups broccoli (finely chopped, raw) 2 cups kale (finely chopped, stems removed for best texture) 1 cup broccoli sprouts 200g chicken thigh fillets (trimmed & cooked) ¼ cup almonds (roughly chopped) ¼ cup sunflower seeds ¼ cup feta cheese (optional) 2 tbsp red onion (finely diced) Sulforaphane-Boosting Dressing ½ cup Greek yogurt 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp whole mustard seeds OR ½ tsp mustard powder 1 tbsp hemp seeds 1 tsp honey (optional) Salt & pepper to taste Method Step one - Cook The Chicken Season and cook thigh fillets until golden and cooked through. Rest, then slice. Step two - Chop your greens Finely chop broccoli and kale. Step Three - Activate the sulforaphane Let the chopped broccoli sit for 5–10 minutes before mixing . Step four - Massage the kale Add a pinch of salt and massage for 1–2 minutes until softened. Step five - Combine salad Add broccoli, kale , broccoli sprouts, chicken, almonds, sunflower seeds, feta, and onion. Step six - Make the dressing Whisk everything together until creamy. Step seven - Toss & serve Mix well and let sit 5–10 minutes for best flavour. Nutritional Information & Cooking Times Serves: 2-3 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 12 - 15 minutes 460 kcal | 20g Fat | 38g Protein | 15g Carbohydrates