Cutting Calories 25% Slows Aging in Humans, Study Suggests

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Cutting calories by 25% can slow the rate of aging in humans and lead to a significant reduction in mortality risk, according to a new study from Columbia University.

In a randomized controlled trial one group was fed a calorie-restricted diet for two years, while others followed their regular diets.