As noted by nutritionist Marina in a post on Vc.ru, scientists have discovered two important signaling pathways that affect life expectancy. These are the insulin/insulin-like growth factor (IIS) pathway and the mTOR pathway. This is due to the quality of our food. Carbohydrates activate the IIS pathway and amino acids activate the mTOR pathway. Overstimulation of these pathways can cause serious damage to your health in the long run.
Research shows that a diet consisting of foods with a high glycemic index (white bread, white pasta, etc.) increases the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular pathology. So simple carbohydrates shorten our life.
It is known that long-livers generally adhere to a diet low in fat, containing refined (simple) carbohydrates and meat. Moreover, the difference in life expectancy between those who like to eat delicious and unhealthy things and those who eat healthy can be 10-15 years or more. According to experts in the field of biogerontology, the control of signaling pathways that respond to nutritional quality is the main mechanism on which the rate of aging of the body depends.
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Source: Ferra
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