Scientists have discovered an incredible anti-aging drug in an anti-inflammatory drug designed to block a molecule known as interleukin-11 (IL-11). The drug has been shown to extend the lifespan of rats by about 20 percent.
This is surprising and Interesting developmentScientists have been searching for ways to stop or even reverse aging for decades. Normally swelling is considered a good thing. Our body can fight disease and protect us from injury.
But, like any good thing, too much of it can actually be bad, and too much inflammation can cause cells to damage and even accelerate the aging process. That’s why scientists have been eager to see how well anti-inflammatory drugs work as anti-aging drugs.
The results speak for themselves. Of course, 20 percent may not sound like a big number, but overall, that’s a lot more years of life that people spend with their families before they pass away. Of course, seeing these results in mice does not guarantee that we will see similar results in humans.
Clinical trials should test the effectiveness of this IL-11-blocking anti-aging drug in humans to prevent aging in human cells. If successful, we may see these drugs used in the future to reduce the effects of aging, particularly those caused by inflammation in the body.
The researchers also need to make sure that the anti-aging drug does not eliminate inflammation completely, because a healthy dose is beneficial for the body and helps with normal aging. Although we want to slow down the aging process, we don’t want to stop it completely because the body needs aging to function properly.
Currently, several trials are underway to see how IL-11 treatments affect the human body, especially those with certain inflammatory conditions such as pulmonary fibrosis. However, none of these currently address the potential anti-aging effects of the drugs.