Scientists have found a link between additional intake of the amino acid taurine with longevity and health in experimental mice and macaques. This is stated in an article in the journal Science.
As noted, with age in humans and animals, the ability to synthesize the amino acid taurine decreases, and the addition of this substance to food may be associated with an increase in life expectancy and a decrease in the chances of suffering from diseases associated with its deficiency. This is evidenced by studies by scientists from different countries led by Vijay Yadav from Columbia University in New York.
Taurine (2-aminoethanesulfonic acid) is an important component of animal and human tissues and is practically absent in plants. Both animals and people are able to synthesize this substance, but over time this ability decreases. Decreases in taurine levels are also seen in people with obesity and diabetes, experts say. In addition, they drew attention to its increase during physical exertion. Scientists also see a link between taurine supplementation and overall health improvement: for example, there are studies that have shown a positive effect of taurine supplementation on metabolic and inflammatory diseases in humans.
Studies have shown that additional doses of taurine increased median lifespan by 10–23% in nematode worms, by 10–12% in mice. Previous human studies have also shown that supplemental taurine has a positive effect. However, experts did not recommend that people take taurine to combat aging until clinical trials confirm its safety and effectiveness.
Source: Rosbalt
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