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Metformin for Longevity and Sarcopenia: A Therapeutic Paradox in Aging

Biomedicines · 2026

Epigenetic alterations Metformin

Abstract

Explores metformin's dual effects on aging, analyzing its potential for longevity alongside the paradoxical risk of worsening sarcopenia.

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S, H., M, Y., & J., W. (2026). Metformin for Longevity and Sarcopenia: A Therapeutic Paradox in Aging. <em>Biomedicines</em>. https://europepmc.org/article/PMC/PMC12938515

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S H, M Y, J. W. Metformin for Longevity and Sarcopenia: A Therapeutic Paradox in Aging. Biomedicines. 2026.

BibTeX

@article{han2026Metfor, title = {Metformin for Longevity and Sarcopenia: A Therapeutic Paradox in Aging}, author = {Han S and Yadav M and Wang J.}, journal = {Biomedicines}, year = {2026}, }