In the longevity medicine field, one of the spotlights is being cast on cells that reach an important stage in life, specifically, senescent cells. When cells are stressed, depending on the cell, type of stressor and intensity of the stimulus, they can respond by inducing repair processes, inducing cell death, or inducing senescence. These senescent

Health is often defined simply as the absence of disease. However, in this article, we will delve into a more nuanced understanding of health. Here, health is not merely the lack of something negative, but rather, it is characterized by a series of dynamic features that actively maintain a state of well-being and stave off

Aging is a very complex biological phenomenon characterized by a gradual decline in physiological function, accumulation of damage, the development of age-related diseases, increased frailty and susceptibility to infections and eventually death. Genetics, environmental factors and lifestyle factors all influence the aging process, the lifespan and healthspan. What is chronological age? Chronological age is defined

In 2013, Lopez-Otin et al. proposed the original nine hallmarks of aging in an article published in Cell. Since then, the field of longevity medicine has witnessed significant growth, with new research and studies enhancing our understanding of the cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in the aging process. In 2022, a panel of experts reviewed

Over the past few decades, scientists have proposed several theories to explain the process of aging. As our understanding of biology and related fields has grown, we have abandoned or modified some of these theories to fit our current knowledge. However, some of these outdated theories still hold significant influence on the general public and

Longevity medicine is an exciting and rapidly advancing field that aims to extend healthy human lifespan. However, the sheer volume of scientific terms and jargon used in longevity research can be overwhelming, especially for those who are new to the field. In this comprehensive glossary, I’ll briefly explain some of the most commonly used terms

Imagine living to be 100 years old, but with the vitality and health of someone half your age. This is no longer a far-fetched dream, but a real possibility with the rapidly emerging field of longevity medicine. What is longevity medicine? Longevity medicine is a rapidly growing field of research focused on extending healthy lifespan