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Metformin tablets alongside AMPK and mTOR molecular pathway illustrations representing the drug's potential anti-aging mechanisms
Supplements

Metformin for Longevity: Diabetes Drug as Anti-Aging?

Metformin, the world's most prescribed diabetes drug, has sparked intense interest among longevity researchers. This guide examines the science behind metformin's anti-aging potential—its AMPK and mTOR mechanisms, the landmark TAME trial, real side effects, and whether healthy people should consider this controversial prescription intervention.

13 min read
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Intermittent fasting for longevity diagram showing 16:8 eating and fasting windows with autophagy and cellular repair mechanisms
Longevity

Intermittent Fasting for Longevity: Complete Guide

Intermittent fasting activates powerful longevity mechanisms including autophagy, mTOR inhibition, and sirtuin activation that have extended lifespan by 10–30% in animal models. This complete how-to guide covers the science behind fasting for longevity, compares popular IF methods like 16:8 and 5:2, and provides a step-by-step plan to start safely.

16 min read
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