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Gupta's Mom
- Dr. Gupta's mother, in her early 80s, reports no aches, pains, and sleeps nine hours nightly.
- Dr. Barzilai finds this unusual for her age, suggesting she's aging slower than average.
Biological vs. Chronological Age
- Chronological age and biological age differ, as seen in Dr. Gupta's mother's vitality.
- Pain is common in the elderly, signifying age-related breakdown.
Healthspan over Longevity
- The focus should be on healthspan, the period of healthy life, rather than just longevity.
- Targeting the biology of aging can prevent multiple age-related diseases simultaneously.