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Scientists Discover Some Aging Cells Actually Protect Us, Opening New Anti-Aging Possibilities
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Researchers have found that not all senescent cells—often called "zombie cells"—are harmful to the body; some actually play a protective role. This breakthrough is leading to more targeted anti-aging treatments that can remove only the problematic cells while preserving the body's natural healing processes.
Researchers have found that not all senescent cells—often called “zombie cells”—are harmful to the body; some actually play a protective role. This breakthrough is leading to more targeted anti-aging treatments that can remove only the problematic cells while preserving the body’s natural healing processes.