New Analysis of Longevity Protein Yields Important Therapeutic Insights
Named after the Greek goddess who spun the thread of life, Klotho proteins play an important role in the regulation of longevity and metabolism. In…
Longevity
Olympians Will Live Longer Than the Average Person
Most medal-winning athletes returning home from the Olympic Games can look forward to a longer life than most of us. A new study has found…
Study of Korean Eunuchs Shows Castration Led to a Longer Life
There are many instances in the animal world where males have shorter lifespans than females, which scientists attribute to the deleterious effects of testosterone. However,…
Genetics and Healthy Diets Are More Important for Longevity than Calorie Restriction
Drastically cutting back on calorie intake doesn’t seem to lengthen the lifespan in primates. This conclusion comes from a 25-year study in rhesus monkeys fed…
Sirtuin Protein SIRT6 Linked to Longevity in Mammals
A member of the sirtuin family of proteins, SIRT6, has been shown to extend lifespans in mammals. Researchers studying the aging process have long been…