The secret to good health at every age may already be within our bodies. But have the world-renowned researchers at Elysium Health actually developed a way to activate this fountain of youth? Here’s what you need to know about the science
WHEN SCIENTIST LEONARD GUARENTE FIRST IDENTIFIED the gene that controls aging in yeast cells some 25 years ago, he realized something amazing: It could open the door to understanding, even influencing, how our own cells age. A cofounder and the chief scientist at Elysium Health, the prominent MIT biologist is leading the charge to change how we think about getting older.
While some might think the holy grail is the ability to live forever, Guarente isn’t looking for the secret to immortality. “Of course we’re interested in extending life span, but no one really wants to extend life if it’s not at a high quality,” he explains. That’s why his focus is instead on maximizing health span — the period in our lives when we feel well, have a sharp mind and aren’t suffering from any major diseases. Whether we feel our prime is at 18 or 42, extending the years in which we’re able to enjoy life and be active with friends and family without worry is something we can all get behind. Here’s what you need to know about Guarente’s groundbreaking research, the innovative supplement developed by Elysium Health and what it all means for your future.
WHAT OUR BODIES ARE MISSING
This story is from the January 2019 edition of Good House Keeping - US.
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