Better gut bacteria can increase lifespan


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Better gut bacteria can increase lifespan

In a new study, scientists managed to increase the lifespan of a genus of small flies by altering the symbiotic relationship between bacteria and the cells lining the intestine. The study explored age-related changes in the gut, and the findings support the long-standing theory that having the right balance of gut bacteria may be key to enjoying a long healthy life. Read more in Cell.

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Published on: Jan 29, 2014

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