What Causes the Ill Effects of Aging?
Some professional healthcare and holistic health practitioners argue that the decline in physiological functions—known more commonly as aging—is not always necessary if a healthy diet and lifestyle are maintained. One theory based on scientific research indicates that a phenomenon known as “oxidative damage” occurs to cells. This process causes damage to genetic materials, proteins, cell membranes and other cellular workings in the human body, and is what begins the aging process and its effects. Healthcare and holistic health professionals might also argue that a healthy lifestyle that includes a healthy diet rich in anti-oxidants and regular exercise, along with genetic factors will offset aging and its effects, especially certain diseases and conditions that might accelerate aging.
