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Growth Hormone: Fountain of Youth or Early Killer?
Growth hormone holds a conflicted status in the world of life extension. Some believe it turns back the clock, with evidence from humans suggesting that hormone treatment reduces fat and boosts muscle. But animal studies show the opposite: mice without growth hormone live significantly longer and are protected against cancer, one of the most deadly diseases of aging.
Growth hormone holds a conflicted status in the world of life extension. Some believe it turns back the clock, with evidence from humans suggesting that hormone treatment reduces fat and boosts muscle. But animal studies show the opposite: mice without growth hormone live significantly longer and are protected against cancer, one of the most deadly diseases of aging.
Source: Technology Review
Posted on: Wednesday, Jan 23, 2008, 9:54am
Views: 1266
Posted on: Wednesday, Jan 23, 2008, 9:54am
Views: 1266
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