Wine increases yeast lifespan

[arcticpenguin]

http://story.news.yahoo.com/news?tm...1&e=1&u=/nm/20030824/hl_nm/health_longlife_dc

Molecules found in red wine, peanuts and other products of the plant world have for the first time been shown to mimic the life-extending effects of calorie restriction, a finding that could help researchers develop drugs that lengthen life and prevent or treat aging-related diseases.

Researchers said on Sunday that one of the molecules, a compound known as resveratrol, was shown in a study to extend the life span of yeast cells by up to 80 percent. Resveratrol exists naturally in grapes and red wine.

Maybe yeast isn't a good test subject to generalize from in this instance...

 

[JamesM]

At last - the answer to all our prayers! The Yeast That Refused To Die is nearly a reality!

According to the BBC's version of the story, it also increased the lifespan of worms and flies.

 

[arcticpenguin]

According to the BBC's version of the story, it also increased the lifespan of worms and flies.

I wonder if the same chemical is found in tequila...

 

[ManfredVonRichthoffen]

I've half read your posts, and not followed the links. I have gleaned enough to know that drinking bottles and bottles of wine a day will make me imortal. I'm off to the liquor stor.