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#171 - Steve Austad, Ph.D.: The landscape of longevity science: making sense of caloric restriction, biomarkers of aging, and possible geroprotective molecules

The Peter Attia Drive

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Exploring Aging Research: Rats vs. Mice

This chapter examines the genetic diversity between rats and mice and their roles in aging research, highlighting the advantages of rats for insightful findings. It discusses dietary restriction studies, comparing their effects on longevity in both species, and emphasizes the need for more research in this area. The conversation also addresses challenges in translating animal research to human health, particularly regarding diet and captivity effects on primate studies.

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