Insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) is a protein hormone crucial for cell proliferation and function across the human body, particularly promoting tissue growth and repair. It plays a significant role in maintaining youthful skin by stimulating collagen production and improving fibroblast functioning. [1,2] However, its levels decline with age, resulting in ageing and reduced tissue repair.
IGF-1 Formula Age-Defying Drink
The IGF-1 Formula leverages gut prebiotics to boost the body’s natural IGF-1 levels. Scientifically proven to promote the hormone’s production within a week*, the IGF-1 Formula combines our exclusive blend with natural ingredients, including baobab extract, niacinamide, pyridoxine, vitamin E, zinc, and copper. This unique blend aims to enhance skin health, cellular vitality, and boost anti-aging effects.
How IGF-1 Formula Works
- Gut Prebiotics Enhance IGF-1: The formula uses prebiotics to support the growth of beneficial gut bacteria, which enhance internal IGF-1 production. This helps to maintain cellular health and repair mechanisms, contributing to a more youthful state.
- Baobab Extract for Skin Longevity: Known as the “Tree of Life”, baobab extract activates longevity genes in skin cells and stimulates the NAD+ pathway, which is key for mitochondrial function. Studies show baobab extract boosts anti-aging-related gene expression and increases mitochondrial activity. [3,4]
- Essential Nutrients for Skin Health:
- Niacinamide: Helps counter cellular energy metabolism disorders.
- Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6): Regulates keratinocyte activity, reducing oxidative stress.
- Vitamin E: Supports skin repair and protection by promoting keratinocyte proliferation.
- Zinc: Acts as an antioxidant, aids wound healing, and protects against UV damage.
- Copper: Encourages collagen and elastin production, enhancing skin structure.
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Benefits and Efficacy
- Increase IGF-1 Levels: The formula has been proven to significantly boost IGF-1 levels in the blood by up to 37% within five days, aiding cellular repair, metabolism, and skin health. *
- Visible Skin Improvements: After four weeks of use, internal human studies demonstrated 18.7% reduction in skin wrinkles, 4.2% improvement in skin hydration, and 7.2% decrease in pore size. Additionally, anti-aging and skin-repairing gene expression significantly improves. *
- Enhanced Mitochondrial Function: Internal cell studies demonstrated baobab extract enhances the expression of anti-aging genes and improves mitochondrial activity, helping cells regain youthful energy. *
The formula presents an exciting opportunity to support the wellness and beauty industries with a clinically backed, science-driven solution for enhancing skin health, boosting anti-aging factors, and promoting overall wellness.
*Data from internal TCI human studies
- Junnila, R. K., List, E. O., Berryman, D. E., Murrey, J. W., & Kopchick, J. J. (2013). The GH/IGF axis in ageing and longevity. Nature Reviews Endocrinology, 9(6), 366-376.
- Shimokawa, I. (2017). Growth hormone and IGF-1 axis in aging and longevity. Hormones in Ageing and Longevity, 91-106.
- Kaboré, D., Sawadogo-Lingani, H., Diawara, B., Compaoré, C. S., Dicko, M. H., & Jakobsen, M. (2011). A review of baobab (Adansonia digitata) products: effect of processing techniques, medicinal properties and uses. African Journal of Food Science, 5(16), 833-844.
- Yakubu, O. E., Nwodo, O. F. C., Shaibu, C., Tatah, S. V., Abah, M. A., & Sunday, G. J. C. T. B. E. B. (2019). In vitro determination of antioxidant activities of the fractions obtained from Adansonia digitata L.(baobab) stem bark ethanolic extract using different parameters. Curr Trends Biomed Eng Biosci, 17(5), 555973.
