High Tyrosine Levels Linked to Shorter Lifespan in Men
High Tyrosine Levels Linked to Shorter Lifespan in Men
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High Tyrosine Levels Linked to Shorter Lifespan in Men | Aging
Reducing tyrosine in people with elevated concentrations may contribute to prolonging lifespan, with potential sex-specific differences."Click here to listen to this press releaseBUFFALO, NY — No...
In this study led by Jie V. Zhao, Yitang Sun, Junmeng Zhang, and Kaixiong Ye from the University of Hong Kong and the University of Georgia, researchers investigated whether two amino acids, phenylalanine and tyrosine, affect how long people live (lifespan). The results suggest that higher levels of tyrosine are linked to shorter life expectancy in men, pointing to potential sex-specific approaches to promoting longevity.