Tyrosine Levels May Shorten Men's Lifespan | Science News

A shocking new study of over 270,000 people reveals that higher levels of the amino acid tyrosine may shorten men’s lives—by nearly a year—while showing no such link in women. Researchers from the UK Biobank found tyrosine consistently tied to increased mortality risk in males, sparking theories about insulin resistance and sex-specific stress responses. Crucially, this isn’t about supplements—it’s about naturally occurring levels, and experts urge caution: lowering tyrosine through diet might help, but long-term effects remain unknown. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/aad34552eeba9a17