In this exciting episode of The Longevity Ledger, host Fern Keaton dives into the groundbreaking discovery of corylin, a compound found in the traditional Chinese medicinal herb Psoralea corylifolia. This little-known herb has been making waves in the longevity world, with scientists amazed by its potential anti-aging effects.
Join Fern as she breaks down the fascinating research that led to the discovery of corylin's life-extending properties. From its humble beginnings in a screening of traditional Chinese herbs to its impressive results in yeast, human cells, and mice, corylin has proven itself to be a strong contender in the race against aging.
In this episode, you'll learn:
How corylin was discovered through a comprehensive screening of traditional Chinese medicinal herbs
The remarkable effects of corylin on cellular senescence in human cells
The life-extending results of corylin supplementation in mice fed a high-fat diet
The potential mechanisms behind corylin's anti-aging properties, including its impact on the mTOR pathway and DNA damage response
Fern also explores what sets corylin apart from other well-known longevity compounds like resveratrol and discusses the exciting implications of this discovery for the future of anti-aging research.
Don't miss this thrilling episode of The Longevity Ledger, where we unveil the secrets of corylin, the ancient Chinese herb that's taking the longevity world by storm!
Reference:
Wang T.H., et al. The flavonoid corylin exhibits lifespan extension properties in mouse. Nature Communications, 13(1), 1238. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-022-28908-2
Share this post