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RESEARCH PAPER / 2026-04-19

Mediterranean and western diets differentially modulate cellular aging, oxidative stress, and inflammation in rats: a randomized control trial.

Mehmet Mustafa Tilekli, Nilüfer Acar Tek

Health Services of Vocational School, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Samsun, Turkey.Health Services of Vocational School, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Samsun, Turkey. · pubmed

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the effects of Mediterranean and Western diet models on telomere length, oxidative stress, inflammatory markers, and total hippocampal cell count in rats.

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Research summary

The paper claims that Mediterranean and Western diets differentially affect cellular aging markers in rats. This study is relevant as it explores dietary influences on fundamental aging processes, which could inform strategies for longevity and age-related health.

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