These drinks are commonly used by elite athletes as a supplementary source of energy
As the global population ages, the quest for healthier and longer lives has become a top priority. In pursuit of achieving this goal, researchers at the University of Bath have embarked on a ground-breaking study to discover the effects of ketone supplements and drinks on older adults; health, and ageing. The study aims to recognize how these supplements, commonly used by elite athletes, might hold the key to encouraging healthy ageing in older adults.
According to Anna Nicholas, a leading researcher at the University of Bath, “As the Indian population ages, people are considering ways to support older adults to live healthier for longer. Ketone drinks may offer part of the solution.” The research team is positive about the budding benefits that ketone drinks could bring in terms of extending healthspan—the number of years an individual lives in good health.
Life expectancy has been growing steadily, but the true advantages of this demographic move can only be realized if it is coupled with a rise in healthspan. Anna Nicholas stresses, “Life expectancy in India is increasing. We won’t see the benefits of a longer life expectancy unless it’s accompanied by an increasing health span – the number of years we live in good health. Ketone drinks may offer a way to support aging and help people live healthier for longer.”
Ketone drinks have gained popularity in recent years for their ability to augment athletic performance by offering a supplementary source of energy. However, the University of Bath researchers believe that the effects of Ketone drinks could extend far beyond the world of sports. Through this study, they seek to reveal whether ketone drinks can positively influence age-related health issues and contribute to overall well-being in older individuals. In addition to being used as an energy source, ketones are advantageous for our metabolism, inflammation, and brain health.
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