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Secrets of ageing: what makes me age?

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Examining Aging: Disease or Natural Process?

This chapter explores the disposable soma theory, which posits that energy devoted to reproduction is prioritized over long-term survival due to predation. The conversation questions the classification of aging as a disease and examines the cellular mechanisms linking aging to various health conditions.

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