Taurine, an amino acid found in meat and shelfish that’s often used in energy drinks, may help with health aging, new research suggests.
Taurine, an amino acid found in meat and shellfish, is a popular supplement added to energy drinks that are touted to promote sharper brain function. While those claims are unproven, new research suggests the nutrient may help with healthy aging.
In experiments with mice and monkeys, the researchers found that supplementing middle-age animals led to better health. “It’s hitting the brakes on aging, not putting things in reverse gear,” he said at a news briefing Tuesday. Levels of taurine added to energy drinks would be safe, but Wackerhage expressed concern about the levels of caffeine in the beverages.Foods high in taurinefoodShellfish, as well as dark chicken and turkey meat, contain the highest levels of taurine. Other meats contain moderate amounts of taurine, while dairy products, such as milk and ice cream, also have taurine, although less of it.
Mobbs would like to see future research explaining why taurine levels decline with age and how the nutrient works.
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