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A healthy shortcut: Scientists discover how to mimic the anti-aging benefits of calorie restriction

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Researchers have identified that reducing a specific immune protein called C3 can lower age-related chronic inflammation, mirroring the positive effects of a calorie-restricted diet. This discovery opens the door for future treatments that could deliver these longevity benefits without the need for strict dieting.
Researchers have identified that reducing a specific immune protein called C3 can lower age-related chronic inflammation, mirroring the positive effects of a calorie-restricted diet. This discovery opens the door for future treatments that could deliver these longevity benefits without the need for strict dieting.