New Longevity Drug Shows Promise Without Diet Restrictions
TL;DR
A new study finds that Rapamycin, originally an immunosuppressant, extends lifespan in eight vertebrate species as effectively as dietary restriction, while Metformin shows no clear benefit, highlighting Rapamycin's potential in aging research.
- This Anti-Aging Drug Rivals Calorie Cutting for Longer Life, Study Finds SciTechDaily
- Do longevity drugs work? The Economist
- Calorie restriction can help animals live longer. What about humans? MIT Technology Review
- Rapamycin seems to boost longevity as effectively as eating less New Scientist
- Scientists may have found a way to extend lifespan without strict dieting; here’s what the research shows Times of India
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