Do you feel young and agile? It is obvious that this is not a question of age. But why do some people feel like they stay young forever? Researchers are getting to the bottom of this.
Biological aging does not occur continuously, but rather in jumps in the 30s, 60s and 70s. This is the conclusion reached by researchers at Stanford University in California. They examined 4,263 people and found that significant changes occur in the body during these periods of life. The number of proteins in the blood plasma decreased sharply in the 30s, 60s and 70s, which, according to the researchers, is linked to the development of age-related diseases.
The study states: “This new approach to studying aging led to the identification of unexpected signatures and pathways that could provide potential targets for age-related diseases.” An important finding in terms of disease prevention, according to the researchers.
Just a few minutes of conscious living a day should be enough to prolong life
Age researcher Professor Sven Voelpel emphasizes in an interview with Picture the role of lifestyle in influencing the aging process. According to him, genetic predisposition plays an important role when it comes to aging of the body. But according to Voelpel, genes can be changed through behavior, which opens up the possibility of rejuvenation and life extension. According to him, just a few minutes a day should be enough to rejuvenate yourself or live longer.
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Voelpel recommends various measures to slow aging and promote well-being, including:
- Dietary supplements in the form of vital substance mixtures
- A diet emphasizing fresh fruits, vegetables, legumes, herbs, kernels, seeds and whole grains
- Avoid processed foods that are high in salt and sugar
- Moderate consumption of meat and animal products
- Maintaining a positive attitude to life
- Integration of regular exercise into everyday life
- Incorporate relaxation into everyday life
- Ensuring healthy sleep
- Actively seeking social interaction
This article only contains general information on the respective health topic and is therefore not intended for self-diagnosis, treatment or medication. It in no way replaces a visit to the doctor. Unfortunately, our editorial team cannot answer individual questions about medical conditions.
This article was created using machine assistance and was carefully checked by editor Juliane Gutmann before publication.