Model: Male Wistar rats 
Dosage: 1.5 g/kg/day of orally administered glycine for 5 months

Glycine, an amino acid shown to extend the lifespan of mice, moderately extends the lifespan of flies and counters brain and muscle degeneration in aged rats. 

Aging &amp; Longevity

Participants: Healthy, overweight older adults 
Dosage: 6 mg/day of spermidine supplemented orally for 13 weeks

Oxford scientists find that spermidine, a naturally occurring molecule that declines with age, rejuvenates aging immune cells and improves vaccine protection in older adults. 


Study conducted at the University of Oxford in England. 

Immunity

Participants: Prefrail older adults
Dosage: 50 mg/day of losartan for at least 8 weeks

Losartan, a common blood pressure medication, increases the survival rate of mice and improves the metabolic outlook of pre-frail older adults. 

Principal Investigator of the study, Dr. Peter M. Abadir (image: jhu.edu).

Participants: Older adults (ages 60 to 80) with mild cognitive impairment 
Dosage: 320 mg/day of anthocyanin capsules for 24 weeks

Anthocyanin, a compound found in berries, reduces inflammation and heart disease markers in older adults at risk for dementia.  

Lead author of the study, Dr. Miguel Germán Borda (image: noticias.cun.es).

Cardiovascular

David Attenborough Turns 100: 5 Longevity Habits of the Renowned British Broadcaster

David Attenborough’s longevity secrets encompass simple practices, such as walking, eating plant foods, spending time in nature, and maintaining social connections.

David Attenborough’s longevity secrets include not eating much meat, having a sense of purpose, eating small meals, spending time in nature, and maintaining social connections.

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Glycine Extends Life & Counters Brain and Muscle Degeneration, New Study Shows

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New Johns Hopkins Study: FDA-Approved Losartan May Extend Lifespan

Anthocyanin Supplement Shows Anti-Inflammatory and Heart Health Benefits in New Study

David Attenborough Turns 100: 5 Longevity Habits of the Renowned British Broadcaster