Could caloric restriction prolong life in humans?

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  • Pablo García-Barranquero Spain
  • Ana Soriano Arroquia Spain

Abstract

Caloric restriction, or the reduction of caloric intake without malnutrition, is nowadays one of the most exciting and controversial interventions in the biogerontology field. It is known to be the only one to extend lifespan in a wide range of species, including mammals. Several experiments have proven the effectiveness of caloric restriction. However, its side effects and long-term implications in humans are still to be determined. Here, we collect some of the most important experiments done so far in mammals and discuss about the potential impact that this kind of intervention would have in the future society.

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2016-12-14

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García-Barranquero, P., & Soriano Arroquia , A. (2016). Could caloric restriction prolong life in humans?. Encuentros En La Biología, 9(160), 157–159. Retrieved from https://revistas.uma.es/index.php/enbio/article/view/17931

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