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Popular brain supplement linked to shorter lifespan in men

Source: Science Daily - Health & Medicine • Published: 06 Sept 2026, 21:21

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Science Daily - Health & Medicine.

Blood-chemistry research examining links between an amino-acid supplement and male lifespan; a concise preview of methods and implications to expect.

Popular brain supplement linked to shorter lifespan in men
Key Takeaways
  • Higher circulating tyrosine levels are associated with a modestly reduced lifespan in men based on cohort analyses and genetic evidence.
  • Mendelian randomization suggests a potential causal link between elevated tyrosine and shorter male longevity, after accounting for confounders.
  • No consistent association between tyrosine levels and lifespan was observed in women, indicating possible sex-specific effects.
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