The role of telomeres and targeted interventions
Inflammation, Mitochondria, Ageing Olivier Sanchez Inflammation, Mitochondria, Ageing Olivier Sanchez

The role of telomeres and targeted interventions

The role of telomeres and targeted interventions

Telomere shortening is one of the hallmarks of ageing. Telomeres protect chromosome ends from damage during cell division, but shorten with every division. As this happens, cells can no longer replicate, causing a decline in function and leading to cellular senescence and ageing-associated diseases.

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Unlocking the Secret to Longevity: Telomeres – The Blueprint for Cellular Health and Vitality
Inflammation, DNA, Mediterranean Diet, Oxidative Stress Olivier Sanchez Inflammation, DNA, Mediterranean Diet, Oxidative Stress Olivier Sanchez

Unlocking the Secret to Longevity: Telomeres – The Blueprint for Cellular Health and Vitality

The role of telomeres and targeted interventions

Over the past century, life expectancy has greatly increased in developed countries, but with it, chronic diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, and neurodegenerative disorders also rise. Ageing processes, including telomere attrition (shortening of telomeres), lead to the deterioration of cell function, ultimately accelerating tissue degradation. Telomere shortening is a protective mechanism but paradoxically contributes to ageing and age-related diseases by triggering senescence or cell death once telomeres reach a critical length.

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