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The metabolite [alpha]-ketoglutarate extends lifespan by inhibiting ATP synthase and TOR

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Posted on Jun 16, 2014, 3 p.m.

Alpha-ketoglutarate boosts longevity by about 50% [roundworm]

Alpha-ketoglutarate interferes with cellular energy production and mimicks the effects of severe calorie restriction.







Chin RM, Fu X, Pai MY, Vergnes L, Hwang H, Huang J, et al.  Nature. 2014 May 14.

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