Health Benefits Attributed to 17α-Estradiol, a Lifespan-Extending Compound, Are Mediated Through Estrogen Receptor α

    Shivani N. Mann, Niran Hadad, Molly Nelson-Holte … Michael B. Stout

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    Studysummary In male mice and rats, this study found that 17α-estradiol improves metabolic health by acting through estrogen receptor α, suggesting a potential target for treating chronic diseases in male mammals.
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