Today, I’m diving solo into a topic that’s both fascinating and a little bit spooky—senescent cells, also known as “zombie cells.” Understanding zombie cells is a crucial piece of the puzzle if you want to feel younger, stronger, and more resilient as you age.
In this episode, I unpack what senescent cells are, why they’re not just harmless bystanders, and how their buildup can accelerate the aging process and drive chronic inflammation—one of the hallmarks of aging. I break down the lifestyle habits that might be quietly increasing your zombie cell load, the early warning signs your body could be giving you, and most importantly, the evidence-backed interventions you can start using right now—from exercise and diet, to cutting-edge supplements, peptides, and more.
Episode Timestamps:
What are Senescent (“Zombie”) Cells and Why They Matter ... 00:00:36
Key Causes and Lifestyle Factors Driving Senescence ... 00:02:40
Dietary Strategies: Mediterranean Diet, Protein, and Polyphenols ... 00:08:57
How Zombie Cells Disrupt Tissue and Drive Chronic Disease ... 00:13:37
Symptoms Linked to Excess Senescent Cells ... 00:20:58
Challenges in Measuring Senescent Cells ... 00:23:31
Senescent Cells: Helpful in Healing, Harmful in Excess ... 00:30:39
Senolytics and Senostatics: Drugs and Natural Compounds ... 00:36:14
Lifestyle and Supplement Strategies to Reduce Zombie Cells ... 00:39:14
Peptides for Advanced Senescence Management ... 00:48:09
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