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Organ Age, Comfort Food, Speedy Snails
Feb 16, 2024
Learn about a new test that assesses the aging rate of organs, the negative impact of stress eating junk food, and surprising snail behavior.
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- A blood test can accurately assess the aging rate of major organs, enabling tailored treatments and interventions for specific organs.
- Indulging in comfort foods high in sugar, fat, and salt during stress can worsen stress and hamper recovery, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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New Blood Test Predicts Aging Rate of Major Organs
Researchers at Stanford have developed a blood test that can accurately assess the aging rate of 11 major organs in the body. By analyzing proteins in the blood, the test can determine how each organ is aging and identify potential health risks. In tests on healthy adults, the researchers found that 20% of individuals over the age of 50 had at least one organ aging more rapidly than others, which correlated with a higher risk of disease or death within 15 years. This breakthrough could lead to tailored treatments and interventions for specific organs, improving overall health outcomes.
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