The Claim
Ames dwarf mice at 18–21 months of age show improved cognitive retention in inhibitory avoidance tasks compared to age-matched normal mice, independent of diet.
What the research says
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Older Ames dwarf mice perform better than normal mice of the same age on memory tests that measure retention of learned avoidance behavior, regardless of what they eat.
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Ames dwarf mice exhibit improved cognitive retention in inhibitory avoidance tasks at 18–21 months of age compared to age-matched normal mice, regardless of diet, suggesting that the dwarf mutation is associated with preserved learning and memory in late life.
A genetic mutation stops the pituitary gland from making growth hormone, which causes the liver to produce less of a growth-related chemical. This slows down the body's energy use and reduces harmful wear and tear on cells, especially in the brain. As a result, brain cells stay healthier longer, and the ability to remember learned behaviors does not decline as much with age.
What the research says
1 studyStudy: Studies of aging in ames dwarf mice: Effects of caloric restriction
Older mice with a special genetic mutation remembered a scary lesson better than regular older mice, no matter what they ate. This suggests their genes help their brains stay sharper as they age.
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