Cheap, Decades-Old Drug Could Be Secret to Longevity: Scientists
25th April 2024
A cheap drug used to treat diabetes may help you live a longer, healthier life, scientists believe.
Metformin, which helps people lower their blood sugar and treats Type 2 diabetes, could also protect against cancer, cognitive decline and heart disease.
This is due to its anti-inflammatory effects, NPR reported. It costs less than a dollar a day under some insurance plans.
Scientists are testing their hypothesis with a study called the TAME Trial to see whether metformin can slow down aging and prevent disease in older healthy adults. The six-year trial aims to enroll 3,000 people between the ages of 65 and 79.