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Taurine, a nutrient found in meat, fish and sold as a supplement may be the key to living a longer healthier life scientists say.

Scientists in New York have said that the nutrient Taurine extends life and boosts the health of a range of animal species. The nutrient can be found in meat, fish and is commonly sold as a supplement.

Levels of taurine decline with age in different species including people, and experiments on middle-aged animals showed that boosting taurine levels has extended life by over 10% as well as improved physical and brain health. Researchers have said that taurine may be an “elixir of life”, however, increasing taurine levels in people have not been tested.

What is Taurine? Nutrient found in meat and supplements may extend life and boost health