Slower Pace of Epigenetic Aging and Lower Inflammatory Indicators in Females Following a Nutrient-Dense, Plant-Rich Diet Than Those in Females Following the Standard American Diet.

Deana M Ferreri, Jay T Sutliffe, Nanette V Lopez, Chloe A Sutliffe, Ryan Smith, Natalia Carreras-Gallo, Varun B Dwaraka, Ann Alexis Prestrud, Joel H Fuhrman

Nutritional Research Foundation, Flemington, NJ, United States.Nutritional Research Foundation, Flemington, NJ, United States. · pubmed

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Abstract

Plant-based diets are associated with lower inflammatory biomarkers and reduced risk of age-related chronic diseases. Epigenetic biomarkers of aging are DNA methylation-based tools that estimate biological age and rate of aging, providing insights into age-related health risks. Healthy diet and lifestyle indicators correlate with slower epigenetic aging.

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Research summary

The paper investigates the effects of a nutrient-dense, plant-rich diet on epigenetic aging and inflammatory indicators in females, which directly relates to the biological mechanisms of aging and potential interventions for longevity. While the findings contribute to the understanding of dietary impacts on aging, the study appears to provide solid but limited insights without groundbreaking implications for the field.

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