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		war1025 on June 1, 2020 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Human Hibernation Is a Real Possibility Does hibernating extend lifespan?

grishka on June 1, 2020 [–]

It slows down metabolism, so it would make sense for it to slow down aging, and thus extend lifespan, as well.

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