Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) Improves Fitness in Aged Drosophila by Reducing AKT Phosphorylation
International journal of molecular sciences · Law AD et al. · Paper published 18 Sep 2026
From the abstract
With increasing global life expectancy, there is a growing need for strategies to mitigate age-related declines in fitness and health. Withania somnifera (WS), commonly known as ashwagandha, has been traditionally recognized by ayurvedic medicine for its benefits in promoting healthy aging.
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Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) Improves Fitness in Aged Drosophila by Reducing AKT Phosphorylation
Law AD, Brandes M, Bollen M et al.
International journal of molecular sciences · 18 Sep 2026 · Peer-reviewed
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