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Vanadyl sulfate, an over-the-counter mineral, acts as a senolytic in mice

Source: Longevity Docs News • Published: 07 Nov 2026, 00:00

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Longevity Docs News.

Vanadyl sulfate killed senescent cells and increased median lifespan in old male mice.

Vanadyl sulfate, an over-the-counter mineral, acts as a senolytic in mice
Key Takeaways
  • Vanadyl sulfate selectively killed senescent cells by redox oxidation.
  • Thirteen weeks of treatment improved strength and metabolism in aged mice.
  • Lifespan gain was modest in males and human safety is unestablished.
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