Actress Jang Nara Reveals Her Secret to Youthful Looks

Singer and actress Jang Nara (44) has unveiled her secret to maintaining a youthful appearance. On the SBS show “My Ugly Duckling” aired on the 30th, Jang Nara appeared as a special MC. The hosts, affectionately known as “Movengers(mother group),” marveled at her doll-like beauty and youthful looks, commenting, “She looks like a high school student.”

In response, Seo Jang-hoon remarked, “She’s incredibly cute, but she’s not young anymore. She’s older than Heechul and the same age as Kyunghwan.” The Movengers laughed, saying, “She’s making everyone upset. How can she still be so cute?”

Jang Nara attributed her youthful looks to consuming a lot of supplements. She explained, “It’s hard to keep track now, but I take a lot of Omega-3, Coenzyme Q10, and more. I also take biotin and brewer's yeast because my hair is thin and sparse.”

Seo Jang-hoon joked, “It must feel like a meal just from taking the supplements.” Shin Dong-yup added humorously, “You’re lucky you don’t need blood pressure medication.”

Understanding and Balancing Nutrient Intake
Jang Nara's love for supplements is well-known. In past broadcasts, she mentioned, “I have supplements all over my house and feel joy in taking various supplements throughout the day.”

The benefits of the supplements Jang Nara mentioned include Omega-3, which helps improve blood circulation, reduce triglycerides, decrease inflammation, and activate brain cells. Coenzyme Q10 acts as an antioxidant, reducing cell damage and preventing aging. Biotin promotes protein synthesis essential for hair health, making hair thicker and stronger. Brewer’s yeast is rich in B vitamins and amino acids, supporting hair and follicle health.

However, simply taking multiple types of supplements or following trends and consuming expensive supplements does not guarantee better health. It’s important to identify nutritional deficiencies and take appropriate amounts while considering the compatibility of different supplements.

For example, iron and calcium should not be taken together as their absorption rates may decrease. Iron is best taken before meals, while calcium should be taken after meals. Multivitamins containing tannins can also lower iron absorption, so avoid taking them together.

Taking zinc and selenium together can inhibit selenium absorption, and it’s best to avoid combining probiotics with propolis, as the flavonoids in propolis can inhibit the activity of bacterial DNA and RNA, affecting the growth of probiotics.

Caution with Long-Term, High-Dose Supplements
Some supplements should be taken with caution over the long term, especially fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K. Overconsumption can lead to accumulation in the body, causing liver damage, nausea, and arrhythmias.

Folic acid, commonly taken by pregnant women, can cause loss of appetite and nausea when consumed in high doses over a long period, potentially leading to kidney damage in severe cases. While zinc is good for the immune system, excessive intake can result in vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, and mineral imbalance.

Taking high-dose supplements alongside multivitamins containing various components can easily lead to overconsumption and potential side effects. Therefore, it’s advisable to consult a pharmacist before purchasing or consuming supplements to ensure safe intake.