Low-protein, amino acid-supplemented ‘longevity diet’ linked to longer healthy lifespan, lower frailty risk, better metabolic health

A plant- and fish-based, low-protein diet paired with small amounts of an amino acid commonly found in eggs, meat and dairy increased healthy lifespan and decreased frailty and fat mass in mice, according to a new USC study led by NGP Faculty Valter Longo.

The Mediterranean-inspired diet provides a small but sufficient amount of methionine and other essential amino acids. (Photo/iStock)

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