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Abstract
Aging is associated with a gradual decline in physiological function essential for survival and reproduction.
- Alterations in specific genes or dietary factors may extend lifespan by influencing molecular pathways related to aging.
- Chronological age (CA) is a common measure of aging, but other factors like telomere shortening may better reflect functional decline.
- Identifying age-related hallmarks could facilitate manipulation of the aging process.
- Aging clocks that predict biological age (BA) may provide a more accurate assessment of physiological health than CA.
- With rising global life expectancy, aging clocks could contribute to developing therapies aimed at extending healthspan and enhancing quality of life during aging.
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