Medical Xpress·3 min read·medium
Skeletal muscle signals to brain, brown fat to control aging in mice
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Washington University in St. Louis
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A study in mice suggests that a molecule called mimecan, released by skeletal muscle, plays a key role in regulating body temperature and aging by signaling the brain. Researchers found that restoring mimecan levels in older mice can improve health markers and extend lifespan.
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