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Study Reveals Brain Aging Peaks at 67, Insulin Link

3/26/2025

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A groundbreaking study in PNAS uncovers that brain aging speeds up dramatically around age 44, reaching its peak at 67. Researchers discovered a connection to insulin resistance and suggest that ketone supplements could help combat these aging effects. Analyzing brain scans from 19,300 individuals, the findings emphasize the importance of early intervention for maintaining brain health.

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A groundbreaking study in PNAS uncovers that brain aging speeds up dramatically around age 44, reaching its peak at 67. Researchers discovered a connection to insulin resistance and suggest that ketone supplements could help combat these aging effects. Analyzing brain scans from 19,300 individuals, the findings emphasize the importance of early intervention for maintaining brain health.