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Mice With Growth Hormone Halted in Middle Age Live Longer

Source: Lifespan.io • Published: 07 Sept 2026, 19:59

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Lifespan.io.

Covers research testing midlife interruption of growth hormone signaling in mice and its sex-specific effects on lifespan and physiology.

Mice With Growth Hormone Halted in Middle Age Live Longer
Key Takeaways
  • Midlife knockout of the growth hormone receptor extended mouse lifespan, especially in females.
  • GHR knockout produced substantial IGF-1 reductions, with the effect stronger in males.
  • Male knockouts improved insulin sensitivity and preserved vertebral trabecular bone integrity.
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