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Aging
Life shortening in two fly models studied, role of oxidative stress revealed
February 3rd, 2005
According to recent research from Peoples Republic of China, a D-galactose-mediated shortened life span in two fly models is associated with oxidative stress. "D-galactose causes aging acceleration in different animal models but the mechanism is unclear. In the present study, we investigated the effects of D-galactose on lifespan and oxidative stress biomarkers in the fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) and housefly (Musca domestica). "D-galactose was added to drinking water (20 mg/ml) for housefly and to culture medium (6.5%) for fruit fly from 24 h after emergence. Oxidative stress was estimated by measuring the activity of...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-02-03)
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