Research
Micronutrients & recovery
Antioxidant supplementation (e.g., 2-mercaptoethylamine, Santoquin, Selenium) increases life span and enhances immune function in animal models.
In animal studies, specific antioxidants like 2-mercaptoethylamine extended life span by 30%. While direct human translation is theoretical, incorporating antioxidant-rich foods is a plausible strategy for healthspan.
ModerateSupportsMEDIUM confidence
For example, dietary antioxidants increase the life span of mice (34-38), rats (39), fruit flies (37, 38), nematodes (40), and rotifers (41)... Humoral and cell-mediated immune responses are enhanced by adding antioxidants to the diet of mice (51).
Why this rating
Strong animal data, but direct human efficacy for life extension is not established.
Source
The aging process.
Denham Harman · Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences · 1981
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