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DNA Damaging Metabolic Byproducts And Aging

16 Genetic Markers Linked to Lifespan

Aldehydes are organic byproduct compounds produced as part of metabolic processes, recent research published in Nature Cell Biology from Nagoya University describes discovering the connections between these byproducts and rapid aging. Their findings may open paths to potential treatment for diseases that lead to accelerated aging and possibly counteract aging among healthy people by controlling …

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Healthy diets linked to lowered risk of hearing loss in women

At a Glance A long-term study found that women with certain healthy dietary patterns had a lower risk of moderate to severe hearing loss. The finding suggests that dietary choices may influence the development of hearing loss. The older you become, the more likely you’ll be to have hearing loss. Experts estimate that about one …

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