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Scientists discover elixir of youth

27-Oct-2016

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Natural compound, called NMN, found in avocado, broccoli, cucumber, cabbage and edamame has remarkable anti-ageing effects in mice.

Older mice given NMN saw beneficial effects in bone density, muscles immune system, liver performance and eyesight.

Animals produce less NAD when they get older – was boosted by giving mice NMN in drinking water.

Human clinical trials are underway in Japan.

NAD might also give an energy boost to cancer cells – though no increase in mice trials.

High-grade NMN for human consumption is not commercially available at present.

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