A natural plant compound found in leafy greens, tea, and many vegetables, now also sold as a supplement. In lab and animal studies it calms inflammation, strengthens the body's own antioxidant defenses, and helps clear worn-out cells that build up with age. Human proof is lacking and absorption is poor, so benefits stay promising but unproven. (Full Review)
| Marker | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| hs-CRP | < 1.0 mg/L | Tracks whether an anti-inflammatory effect is occurring |
| Fasting glucose | 75–90 mg/dL | Screens for metabolic/glycemic effect and additive glucose lowering |
| HbA1c | < 5.4% | Longer-term blood-sugar control |
| Lipid panel | HDL-C > 50 mg/dL; triglycerides < 100 mg/dL | Follows the proposed cardiometabolic benefit |
| TSH | 0.5–2.5 mIU/L | Guards against the theoretical thyroid-enzyme concern at high doses |
| ALT / AST | < 25 U/L (women) / < 30 U/L (men) | General safety check of liver processing |
Cadence: Baseline before starting, recheck at ~3 months, then every 6–12 months