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Caloric restriction extends lifespan and delays age-related decline by activating SIRT1, which deacetylates and activates eNOS to improve vascular function and reduce oxidative stress.

To leverage this mechanism, consider implementing caloric restriction (e.g., reducing intake by 10-20% without malnutrition) to potentially activate SIRT1. This may improve vascular function and reduce oxidative stress, contributing to healthier aging. Consult a healthcare provider before making significant dietary changes.

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Sirtuins are the epigenetic beneficial effectors of caloric restriction... SIRT1 deacetylases eNOS on Lys496 and Lys506 and stimulates its activity... SIRT1-eNOS coupling not only improves endothelium-dependent vasomotor tone... but possibly that of a larger number of cell types
Chiara Cencioni et al. · International Journal of Molecular Sciences · 2013

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The paper is a review summarizing multiple studies, including animal models and some human clinical data, but lacks large-scale randomized controlled trials for direct human application.

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Oxidative Stress and Epigenetic Regulation in Ageing and Age-Related Diseases

Chiara Cencioni et al. · International Journal of Molecular Sciences · 2013

DOI 10.3390/ijms140917643

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