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Article: Calorie restriction may not increase human lifespan as it does in rodents
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- The Hindustan Times
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- September 25, 2008
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Washington, Sept. 25 -- Scientists from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have revealed that calorie restriction, a diet that is low in calories and high in nutrition, may not be as effective at extending life in people as it is in rodents.
Previous studies have shown that laboratory animals given 30 percent to 50 percent less food can live up to 50 percent longer, however, a new study suggests the diet may not have the desired effect in people unless they focus on their protein intake.
The team led by John O. Holloszy have found discrepancy between humans and animals on calorie restriction.
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