Blood Pressure Drug Boosts Lifespan and Slows Aging in Animals

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Blood Pressure Drug Boosts Lifespan and Slows Aging in Animals
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The blood pressure drug rilmenidine has been shown to extend lifespan and slow aging in worms and mice by mimicking caloric restriction effects, with potential implications for human health and aging, pending further research.

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