Peptide therapy Skin and longevity
Humanin
What it is, what people take it for, and how it works, in plain language.
What is Humanin?
A mitochondrial-derived peptide, studied for roles in cellular protection and aging.
What do people take Humanin for?
Longevity.
How does Humanin work?
It is encoded in mitochondrial DNA, and is studied for its role in how cells respond to stress.
Should I talk to a physician about Humanin?
If you are considering it, or already using it, a physician can look at your history, your labs and your goals, and at what else might explain what you are hoping to change. At Aether Medicine in King of Prussia, near Philadelphia, or by video for patients in Pennsylvania.
Further reading
- Yen K, et al. The mitochondrial derived peptide humanin is a regulator of lifespan and healthspan. Aging (Albany NY). 2020. doi.org/10.18632/aging.103534
- Hashimoto Y, et al. A rescue factor abolishing neuronal cell death by a wide spectrum of familial Alzheimer's disease genes and Abeta. PNAS. 2001. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11371646/
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