What do DNA deficiencies and damage have to do with aging?
The Human Genome Project showed that hereditary DNA deficiencies and DNA damage [caused by the stressful 21st century environment] are major causes of aging. Aging occurs as newly forming cells look to their predecessors for their identity. If the cells’ DNA is deficient or damaged, the copies will be progressively more so. This can cause a breakdown in functions throughout the body and, over time, promote accelerated aging.
The Human Genome Project showed that hereditary DNA deficiencies and DNA damage [caused by the stressful 21st century environment] are major causes of aging. Aging occurs as newly forming cells look to their predecessors for their identity. If the cells’ DNA is deficient or damaged, the copies will be progressively more so. This can cause a breakdown in functions throughout the body and, over time, promote accelerated aging. Doesn’t the human body naturally repair DNA? When functioning properly, the body activates enzymes to mend a broken DNA strand. Unfortunately, excessive DNA damage can stifle this self-repair system.
