Sirt6 prevents the age-related decline of H₂S through the control of one-carbon metabolism.

ABSTRACT: Mice overexpressing Sirt6 or fed a caloric restriction (CR) diet live longer with improved health. CR increases Sirt6 levels, and its beneficial effects are mediated by the gasotransmitter H₂S, a one-carbon pathway product. Yet, the role of this pathway in Sirt6-regulated longevity remains elusive. Here, we show that Sirt6 controls hepatic one-carbon metabolism, preventing the aging-dependent H₂S reduction, and the elevation of the methyl donor, S-adenosylmethionine (SAM). Sirt6 downregulates Slc7a11 expression in an Sp1-dependent manner, decreasing cystine uptake and increasing Cgl H₂S production activity. Additionally, comparative acetylome in old livers revealed Sirt6-related differential acetylation of most of the one-carbon enzymes. Specifically, Sirt6

SUBMITTER: Touitou N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12646208 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature