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Studying Fasting in Mice for Health Benefits
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Studying the effects of fasting in mice would require people with a thorough understanding of the equivalent effects in humans, and proper chow for the mice. The study would aim to understand the impact on mortality and get biomarker data.
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Researchers are searching for the best animal model to study the effects and benefits of fasting, as it cannot be studied in humans due to ethical and time constraints.
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Fasting
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Researchers are searching for the best animal model to study the effects and benefits of fasting, as it cannot be studied in humans due to ethical and time constraints. A coalition will be formed to find the best animal model and research team.
ChapterStudying Fasting in Mice for Health Benefits
Episode#398: Peter Attia, M.D. — Fasting, Metformin, Athletic Performance, and More
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The idea of studying the effects of fasting on mice would require proper mouse chow, annual 24-hour fast for the mice and following them over their lifespan.
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Fasting
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The idea of studying the effects of fasting on mice would require proper mouse chow, annual 24-hour fast for the mice and following them over their lifespan. Such a study is unlikely to receive funding from nih or industry but could be explored through philanthropy.
ChapterStudying Fasting in Mice for Health Benefits
Episode#398: Peter Attia, M.D. — Fasting, Metformin, Athletic Performance, and More
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
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