Eat Less, Live Longer?

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Have we found the fountain of youth? Scientists are discovering ways to make animals live dramatically longer through calorie restriction – a diet that requires eating at least 30 percent fewer calories than normal. QUEST investigates why we age and what the societal costs are for living well beyond 100.

Air Date: Tuesday, Sep 11 2007 at 7:30PM
Duration: 10:55 Episode: 118 Segment: a
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Topics: Health, Chemistry
Location: Alameda County

 

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