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As we get older, our bodies slow down—but have you ever wondered why? New research points to tiny structures inside our cells called mitochondria. These are often called the “powerhouses” of the cell because they produce the energy we need to live. But with age, these powerhouses stop working as well as they used to.…

Growth and aging are fundamental aspects of human, with aging characterized by a decline in physiological functions and increased susceptibility to diseases. Influenced by genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors, aging is associated with various disorders, including cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and neurological diseases, which contributed to 16.1 million deaths globally in 2019. Cellular senescence, triggered by stress-induced…

A recent study published in Cell Chemical Biology by researchers at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging has uncovered significant roles of ketone bodies beyond energy production, particularly in brain function related to aging and Alzheimer’s disease.   Key findings include:   Direct Interaction with Misfolded Proteins: The ketone body β-hydroxybutyrate interacts directly with…

Mayo Clinic researchers have discovered that senescent cells—non-dividing “zombie” cells—accumulate in the skin as people age and may contribute to aging in other parts of the body, including the brain. Published in Aging Cell, their study shows that transplanting senescent skin cells into a preclinical model not only spreads senescence to other tissues but also…