The Humanin Health Initiative Increases the Chances of a Healthy Life to 100
Aging/longevity/heathspan fans! !
Humanin, a peptide found in the mitochondrial genome, is associated with a longer life expectancy and improved health.
Aging Journal: The mitochondrial-derived peptide, humanin, is a regulator for lifespan and healthspan
Scientists found that species with a high level of humanin such as the naked mole-rat, had a long lifespan. In contrast, mice experienced a 40% reduction in humanin during the first 18 months and primates saw a similar decrease between 19 and 25 years of age.
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