Anti-aging factor offers brain boost, too
Thursday, May 8, 2014 - 18:32
in Psychology & Sociology
A variant of the gene KLOTHO is known for its anti-aging effects in people fortunate enough to carry one copy. Now researchers find that it also has benefits when it comes to brain function. The variant appears to lend beneficial cognitive effects by increasing overall levels of KLOTHO in the bloodstream and brain.