MNT also spoke with Monique Richard, MS, RDN, LDN, a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN)and owner of Nutrition-In-Sight, who said for readers who may not want to take a supplement, but still wish to achieve vascular aging benefits, that it’s important to remember that the 12 bioactive compounds in NOVOS Core are not foreign to the human diet.
“Many are derived from plant foods — berries, leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables, herbs, teas, legumes, nuts, and seeds — where they exist in a matrix that enhances absorption and biological impact,” Richard detailed. “As an RDN with a ‘food first’ philosophy and supplement as necessary (reassessing and adjusting for time, dose, and frequency) approach, the food matrix matters. Synergy matters in sustainability, joy of eating, accessibility, and overall benefit.”
For vascular aging prevention and longevity, Richard urged readers to consider:
- Stabilize blood glucose to protect against insulin resistance: Glucose spikes and drops contribute to oxidative stress and endothelial dysfunction. Balanced meals with protein, fiber, and healthy fats regulate blood glucose health, an integral part of overall vascular health.
- Polyphenol diversity: Think color, variety, and plants at most meals, such as berries, citrus, leafy greens, beets, cruciferous vegetables, pomegranate, green tea, herbs, and spices.
- Prioritize dietary nitrates naturally: Beets, arugula, spinach, and other greens support nitric oxide production and endothelial function.
- Support the gut with prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics: Fiber-rich foods (legumes, oats, seeds, vegetables) help modulate inflammation and metabolic health.
“I also encourage consumers to do their research and ask tough, challenging questions to these manufacturers, while having a healthy dose of optimistic skepticism,” Richard continued. “Be cautious in products that have a laundry list of ingredients and/or benefits. More is not always better. Throwing everything but the kitchen sink into a product may not address some deeper root cause issues.”
“Spend your hard-earned money in the produce aisle, learning new cooking skills, seeing a credentialed practitioner for nutrition services, or upgrading kitchen appliances,” Richard added.
