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Low Isoleucine Diet Boosts Mice Lifespan by 33%

4/26/2025

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Middle-aged male mice experienced a remarkable 33% increase in lifespan when their diet was low in isoleucine, according to research by Dudley Lamming at the University of Wisconsin. This dietary tweak not only enhanced blood sugar control but also improved body composition, hinting at a promising avenue for promoting healthy aging in humans.

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Middle-aged male mice experienced a remarkable 33% increase in lifespan when their diet was low in isoleucine, according to research by Dudley Lamming at the University of Wisconsin. This dietary tweak not only enhanced blood sugar control but also improved body composition, hinting at a promising avenue for promoting healthy aging in humans.