Kim Kardashian may be in search for longer life and a study has found Taurine may slow down ageing but it should be ‘approached with caution’It’s no secret that celebrities like Kim Kardashian will try anything to stay looking younger, even going as far as trying the famous ‘Vampire Facial’ (PRP (platelet-rich plasma) which has your own blood injected back into your face.
Momager Kris Jenner and pop sensation Madonna have both admitted to having face-lifts over the years in order to stay looking wrinkle free but the secret to the fountain of youth may be a lot easier to find and cheaper than any of these treatments.
A study in the US has found that the nutrient taurine may help slow down ageing. However before buying a truckload of energy drinks the research was only tested on animals and with the long list of side effects professionals are saying we should ‘approach with caution. ’When you hear the word taurine the most common product that springs to mind would be energy drinks.
Brands such as Monster and Red Bull contain Taurine and copious amounts of caffeine and sugar to get us through the day. Taurine is an amino acid that the body naturally produces and can be found in meat and fish and can also be sold as a supplement.
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