What Are Telomeres and Why They Matter

Dave explains telomeres as chromosome caps and how their shortening drives cellular aging.

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What if the secret to living longer wasn't locked in a lab, but hiding in plain sight? And what could lobsters possibly teach us about staying young?

Scientists have discovered a remarkable connection between an ancient practice and our cellular aging process - one that celebrities and longevity researchers are quietly using to their advantage. It involves an enzyme in your body that most people don't even know exists, yet it plays a crucial role in how fast (or slow) you age.

The twist? You can activate it in just 10 minutes a day, no prescription required.

Curious about the biological "switch" that might help you turn back your cellular clock? The answer might surprise you...

*Chapters*

0:00 – Introduction

0:46 – Lobsters and Human Longevity Connection

1:14 – Understanding Telomeres and Aging

2:26 – How Lobsters Defy Aging

3:32 – Rethinking Aging Biology

4:53 – The Telomerase Challenge

6:43 – Natural Ways to Protect Telomeres

9:33 – Meditation's Role in Anti-Aging

11:04 – Different Meditation Techniques