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[Homestead] Single Gene Could Lead to Long Life, Better Mental Function

From: Rob <becida AT comcast.net>
To: homestead AT lists.ibiblio.org
Subject: [Homestead] Single Gene Could Lead to Long Life, Better Mental Function
Date: Tue, 26 Dec 2006 18:46:04 -0800

This will be of interest to some of the folks on the list.

Rob

http://www.sciam.com/article.cfm?chanID=sa003&articleID=C055A20E-E7F2-99DF-3D3D2252606AAAC8

>>A variation of a gene that controls the size of cholesterol molecules in the bloodstream is common among elderly Ashkenazim who remain mentally sharp.

If you live to 100, as roughly one in every 10,000 people do, you will likely want both your mind and body intact. Researchers have now discovered a gene that accomplishes just that, apparently protecting the brain as well as prolonging life.
The Longevity Genes Project, initiated by Nir Barzilai, director of the Institute for Aging Research at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, investigates people who live exceptionally long lives. <<

[Homestead] Single Gene Could Lead to Long Life, Better Mental Function, Rob, 12/26/2006