Groundbreaking clinical research suggests that epigenetic mechanisms of aging can be altered. This would allow science to turn back the human biological clock by more than three years in just eight weeks. The study results show that this is possible by balancing DNA methylation. The unique, peer-reviewed study provides scientific evidence that lifestyle and dietary changes result in an immediate and rapid reductionbiological agecan.
How DNA methylation can alter epigenetic mechanisms
There onerapid agingis the main driver of chronic disease, this reduction can help people live longer and better lives. The researchers used a randomized controlled clinical trial. 43 healthy adult men between the ages of 50 and 72 took part. The 8-week treatment program included diet, sleep, exercise and relaxation advice, as well as additional probiotics and phytonutrients. This resulted in a statistically significant reduction in biological age over three years younger compared to controls. The specially developed intervention program targeted a specific biological mechanism called DNA methylation. The research team identified this as highly predictive of biological age. The uniqueness of the approach is that it develops a natural but mechanistically driven strategy to target epigenetic mechanisms of the body.
This study provides the first insight into natural changes that control epigenetic processes. These can also improve well-being and perhaps even longevity and lifespan. DNA methylation has become a leading means by which scientists assess and track biological aging. This is a term used to describe the accumulation of damage and loss of function of cells, tissues and organs. This damage drives aging diseases. Diet and lifestyle, including specific nutrients and food compounds known to selectively alter DNA methylation, may have such an influence on DNA methylation. The authors know about themthis studythat they predict aging. The researchers believe this could offer significant new opportunities for both scientists and consumers.
