WHAT CAUSES AGING?
A main culprit: cellular senescenceWith age and exposure to environmental stressors, some cells enter a dysfunctional state known as senescence.[sup]04[/sup] Often called “zombie cells,” these cells release inflammatory factors that trigger nearby healthy cells to become senescent. As the body becomes less efficient at clearing them out, their buildup leads to:[sup]04[/sup]
Increased Inflammation
Suppressed Immune Function
Accelerated aging