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Secrets of ageing: how long could I live?

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Exploring Longevity: Science and Controversies

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This chapter investigates lifestyle choices and scientific advancements that may enhance human longevity, including exercise, plant-based diets, and cutting-edge treatments like stem cell therapy and young blood transfusions. It highlights the biological complexities of aging, emphasizing cellular processes and the potential risks of anti-aging interventions, while also discussing the motivations behind wealthy investments in longevity research. The narrative further explores calorie restriction and its implications for aging, alongside the ethical considerations surrounding the usage of drugs like rapamycin in pursuit of extended life.

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