Lowering body temperature may slow aging, study finds

Scientists say that lowering body temperature, similar to what some animals do when they hibernate, might help slow down the ageing process. This conclusion comes from a study conducted on mice. The research indicates that entering a torpor-like state could be more effective for older people wanting to maintain their youthful appearance than using anti-ageing creams or engaging in intense exercise. The study was carried out by teams from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Harvard Medical School. The findings were published in the journal Nature Aging. Researchers believe that mimicking a prolonged state of torpor could slow down the changes associated with ageing. This state is characterized by a drop in body temperature and energy use, which is common in some animals. Sinisa Hrvatin, a researcher at MIT, noted that while more research is needed, their study suggests that lower body temperature plays a key role in this potential anti-ageing effect. Scientists are still working to understand the complex relationship between torpor and ageing.