abstract |
The present invention provides novel sirtuin-modulating compounds and methods of use thereof. The sirtuin-modulating compounds may be used for increasing the lifespan of a cell, and treating and/or preventing a wide variety of diseases and disorders relating to aging or stress, diabetes, obesity, neurodegenerative disease, cardiovascular disease, blood clotting disorders, inflammation, cancer, and/or flushing as well as diseases or disorder that would benefit from increased mitochondrial activity. Also provided are compositions comprising a sirtuin-modulating compound in combination with another therapeutic agent. The compounds are of general formula (III) wherein R 1 , R 2 , R", X, Y, W, Z 1 and Z 2 are as defined in the specification. |