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How to Lengthen Telomeres: Exploring Telomerase Activation and Resveratrol
Introduction
Telomeres, the protective caps at chromosome ends, are crucial for cellular health and longevity. Over time, these telomeres shorten, leading to cellular aging. Telomerase, an enzyme that adds nucleotide sequences to telomeres, can counteract this shortening. By activating telomerase, it’s possible to slow down or even reverse telomere shortening. This article explores methods to activate telomerase and the role of resveratrol in potentially reducing cancer risk associated with telomerase activation.
Understanding Telomeres and Telomerase
Telomeres are repetitive nucleotide sequences that protect chromosomes from deterioration. With each cell division, telomeres shorten. When they become too short, the cell can no longer divide and either becomes senescent or dies.
Telomerase is an enzyme that extends telomeres by adding TTAGGG sequences to chromosome ends. Active in germ cells, stem cells, and certain white blood cells, most somatic cells have very low levels of telomerase.
Methods to Activate Telomerase
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