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In a world first, scientists confirmed that interleukin-11 – or IL-11 – promotes fat accumulation in the liver and abdomen, and reduces muscle and strength – two hallmarks of human ageing.

Their study, published on July 17 in leading scientific journal Nature, demonstrated in a pre-clinical model that a therapy countering the effects of IL-11 not only slowed ageing but also increased lifespan in mice. 👌