New Advances in Restoring a Vital Protein that Declines with Age
Restoring the Vital α-Klotho Protein: A New Frontier in Medicine
As we age, our bodies undergo a multitude of changes, and one significant alteration is the decline of a key protein known as α-Klotho. First identified by Japanese researcher Makoto Kuro-O in 1997, this protein has garnered increasing interest among scientists due to its role in aging and disease resistance. Recent studies have shown that levels of α-Klotho drop by nearly 50% after the age of 40, coinciding with a rise in various age-related health issues. Fortunately, pioneering companies like Avaí Bio are stepping in to address this pressing challenge.
What Is α-Klotho?
α-Klotho, referred to as a