The most common chronic diseases in old age include:

• Cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, coronary heart disease and heart failure, which are promoted by age-related vascular changes and lifestyle factors.

• Osteoarthritis and osteoporosis, i.e. chronic degenerative diseases of the musculoskeletal system that lead to pain and restricted movement.

• Type 2 diabetes, a chronic metabolic disorder that occurs frequently, especially in old age, due to insulin resistance and lack of exercise.

• Dementia and Alzheimer's disease, neurodegenerative diseases that lead to a progressive loss of cognitive abilities.

• Chronic respiratory diseases such as COPD or chronic bronchitis, which arise from long-term stress on the respiratory tract.
How ORY-Analysis can help:
ORY analysis (e.g., through analysis of stool, blood, and urine biomarkers, digitized health data, and AI-based evaluation) can contribute to early detection and prevention in several areas:

• Early detection of metabolic changes: Biomarkers in urine can indicate early signs of type 2 diabetes or kidney disease, often before clinical symptoms appear.

• Inflammatory markers and oxidative stress indicators in urine

A bowel check-up is especially important in old age because it provides information about the microbiome, digestive performance, inflammatory markers, histamine levels, and immune system. Stool diagnostics can provide clues to chronic inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, silent digestive disorders, or a weakened immune system—all factors that can be associated with diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome, osteoporosis, susceptibility to infections, or neurodegenerative processes in older people.

With age, the absorption and utilization of nutrients decreases, while the need for certain vitamins, minerals, and amino acids often increases. A checkup is crucial for early detection of deficiencies, as they affect key functions:

• Vitamins such as B12, D, C, E and K are important for nerves, bones, immune defense and cell protection.

• Minerals such as magnesium, zinc, iron and selenium support metabolism, cell regeneration and have an anti-inflammatory effect.

• Amino acids are building blocks of proteins, neurotransmitters and support energy production (mitochondria), muscle and immune function.
A deficiency can lead to exhaustion, susceptibility to infection, muscle weakness, cognitive decline, and slowed healing. This checkup helps to take targeted countermeasures.

Neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine, GABA, and acetylcholine control central processes such as mood, memory, sleep, digestion, and relaxation. With age, their levels can decline, leading to sleep disturbances, lack of motivation, anxiety, digestive problems, or cognitive decline. Neurotransmitter testing (e.g., via urine or saliva) is therefore useful for early detection of imbalances and targeted regulation through diet, micronutrients, or herbal support.