Doubts Raised Over "Longevity Gene", Other Factors Now Thought To Be Responsible

Researchers who re-tested findings of previous studies suggesting the so-called “longevity gene” prolonged lifespan through the production of sirtuin proteins, say the effect is most likely not due to that gene but to other confounding genetic factors in the modified organisms used in the experiments…

Vitamin D Deficiency A Risk Factor For African-American Men Living In Poor Sunlight Areas

African-American men living in low sunlight areas are more likely to experience vitamin D deficiency than European-American men living in the same environment. Researchers believe that these findings should change recommendations for daily intake of vitamin D. “This study shows that across the board vitamin D recommendations just won’t work for everybody,” said Adam B.

Colon Cancer’s Spread To The Liver Blocked By Soy Peptide/Chemo Drug Combo

A University of Illinois study reports a promising new weapon in treating metastatic colon cancer, particularly in patients who have developed resistance to chemotherapy. U of I researcher Elvira de Mejia has found that the soy peptide lunasin binds to a specific receptor in highly metastatic colon cancer cells, preventing them from attaching to the liver…