Blocking reproduction through contraception or sterilization increases lifespan in both male and female mammals across more ...

Cutting off reproduction — from birth control to castration — consistently adds years to life across species, even humans.

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Extended lifespan: Blocking reproduction extends lifespan by approximately ten percent across many mammals, sometimes more. Reproductive block: Male longevity rises only with castration (testosterone ...

Drawing on data from more than 100 mammal species, an international team of researchers examined the trade-off between living ...

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Preventing reproduction increases lifespan in many vertebrate species, according to research involving a University of ...