1.Genomic Instability: The First Hallmark of Aging
LongevityAs we age, our DNA—the very blueprint of life—gets damaged. This is what scientists call genomic instability. Think of it […]
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As we age, our DNA—the very blueprint of life—gets damaged. This is what scientists call genomic instability. Think of it […]
1.Genomic Instability: The First Hallmark of Aging Read More »
Imagine telomeres as the plastic tips at the end of your shoelaces. Without them, your laces would fray and fall
2.Telomere Attrition: The Timekeepers of Our Cells Read More »
Think of your DNA as the hardware of a computer and the epigenome as the software that tells it what
3.Epigenetic Alterations: When Gene Expression Goes Haywire Read More »
Your body is constantly folding, unfolding, and refolding proteins. It’s like a never-ending game of origami at the cellular level.
4.Loss of Proteostasis: When Cellular Cleanup Fails Read More »
In a healthy body, nutrient sensors work like a thermostat, turning metabolism up or down depending on your body’s needs.
5.Deregulated Nutrient Sensing: The Metabolic Confusion Read More »
The mitochondria are the power plants of our cells, converting food and oxygen into energy. When young, they hum along
6.Mitochondrial Dysfunction: When Your Power Plants Break Down Read More »
As we age, some cells stop dividing but don’t die. These cells, called senescent cells, stick around and secrete harmful
7.Cellular Senescence: The Zombie Cells Taking Over Read More »
Stem cells are like the ultimate repair team in our bodies—they regenerate tissues, heal wounds, and replace damaged cells. But
8.Stem Cell Exhaustion: Running Out of Repair Kits Read More »
Our cells are constantly sending each other messages—like texts flying back and forth in a busy chatroom. These messages help
9.Altered Intercellular Communication: When Cells Stop Talking Read More »