As we age, our bodies face numerous challenges, including a decline in immune system function and an increased vulnerability to various health issues.
Reviewed by Lily Ramsey, LLMSep 7 2023 An innovative study has recently shed light on these challenges and unveiled a potential solution that could have far-reaching implications for aging individuals.
The study published on August 31st, 2023 in the journal Nature Aging, led by Nicola Vannini, group leader in the Department of oncology UNIL-CHUV in Lausanne and member of the Lausanne branch of the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research, focused on a key player in the blood system – hematopoietic stem cells . These cells are responsible for generating various types of blood cells, playing a critical role in maintaining a healthy immune system.
Urolithins are not found in food; however, their precursors are. Urolithin A is the result of transformation of ellagic acids and ellagitannins by the gut microflora in humans. Ellagitannins are found in pomegranates, nuts, some berries.
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