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Calorie restriction (CR) research on aging is limited by a focus on short-lived species and unrealistic conditions. More realistic studies are needed to understand CR

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Gerontology and Evolutionary Biology
Investigating the biological mechanisms of aging and longevity across diverse species.

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Human populations are living longer, increasing societal impacts like extended retirement.
Calorie restriction (CR) theory proposes that reduced calorie intake without malnutrition extends lifespan.
Current CR research faces challenges, hindering a complete understanding of its effects on organismal vitality.

Conclusions:

Future CR research must include a wider range of species, both short- and long-lived.
Incorporating greater experimental realism is crucial for validating CR's impact on longevity in natural settings.
This approach will provide critical insights into the sociobioeconomic implications of aging across species.