If you do a search on the Internet for information on aging you will find a variety of negative misconceptions, stereotypes and ideas . For example, when people get old they get weak, frail, forgetful, less productive, blah blah blah. In fact many seniors remain productive, physically active and sharp their entire lives. It is nice […]
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In a recent study by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania it was found that damage in the mitochondria may affect the aging process. Mitochondria are sometimes called the “powerhouses” of the cell. A chemical reaction called oxidation takes place in all cells and this is how cells use oxygen to break down food to […]
Research explores the role of mitochondria in aging
An excellent article by Ed Yong in National Geographic, “Scientists Urge Study of Environmental Factors That May Speed Aging – New Paper urges more work on “gerontogens” in the environment” discussed research that explores whether substances in the environment increase the rate of aging. The research was carried out by Jessica Sorrentino, Hanna Sanoff, and Norman Sharpless and […]