Growing older is a natural phase of life. It follows then that as you age, your cells age, too. And in fact, cellular aging is a simple fact of biology, but one that needn’t be shrouded in mystery. Cellular aging mechanisms are in place from the day you are born. As cells divide, multiply, and perform their designated functions, they age. And as they age, your body has in place remarkable ways to take care of aging cells and replenish them with new ones. So, what causes cell aging anyway? Here are some of the most common triggers of cell aging: DNA damage Oxidative stress (from internal and external sources) Decline in autophagy It’s important to remember that your aging body and older cells aren’t something to shy away from. You aren’t only getting older; your body is signaling to the world what a wonderful life you have lived. And as for your cells—aging is just another period in their much more microscopic lifecycle. Show your older cells some deference and learn more about th...
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