mTOR has emerged as the latest contender in the quest for the elusive fountain of youth. Mechanistic/mammalian target of rapamycin is a powerful protein essential to our health and aging and is critical for muscle growth, development, and metabolic health.
mTOR is also implicated in a range of diseases, including cancer, Type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, arthritis, and neurological disorders. However, it’s important to note this protein is neither good nor bad—it’s just necessary.
When it comes to mTOR, it’s all about balance. Too much mTOR activity can lead to health complications, as can too little. Modulating mTOR is key and can be achieved through lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise and therapeutic interventions like rapamycin, a drug that has demonstrated the ability to extend lifespan in animal models....
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