The latest contender in the quest for the elusive fountain of youth is mechanistic/mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR). This powerful protein is critical for muscle growth, development, and metabolic health.
It is also implicated in a range of diseases, including cancer, Type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, arthritis, and neurological disorders. However, it is important to note that this protein is neither good nor bad—it is just necessary.
