Sex-Specific Lifespan Extension and Anti-Obesogenic Effects of <i>Salicornia europaea</i> Extract Through Tor Signaling Modulation in <i>Drosophila</i>.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: Some marine plants and algae are known to exert health benefits. However, the long-term effects and underlying mechanisms of these health benefits are still poorly understood. For this reason, we have investigated an extract from the marsh samphire Salicornia europaea for its life-prolonging potential. Methods: We investigated the effect of an aqueous extract of Salicornia europaea (SEE) on the lifespan of several wild-type strains of Drosophila. In addition, we used deficient flies to elucidate the mechanism of the life-prolonging effects. Finally, we comprehensively phenotyped the treated animals. Results: Supplementing a standard diet with SEE extended the lifespan of different Drosophila laboratory strains by up to

SUBMITTER: Tahan Zadeh N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12525960 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature