Saunas won’t detox microplastics from your body
There is no established mechanism for plastic particles in the bloodstream to escape through your sweat glands
Once microplastics enter circulation, they’re difficult to remove, making it more practical to prevent their absorption
One of the best defenses is fiber
Soluble fibers like psyllium husk and β-glucans form a viscous gel that can limit absorption, while insoluble fiber helps move plastic particles through the gut before they can enter circulation
Just out @CellCellPress. The Future of Genomic Medicine - Imagine a new standard of care involving the analysis of complete genomes with the assistance of AI models...
Key players:
Life Biosciences: first human dosing of a partial reprogramming therapy, targeting ophthalmology first
BioAge Labs: IPO plus two Big Pharma collaborations validating its aging-biology data platform
NewLimit: fastest capital velocity in epigenetic reprogramming, still pre-clinical
Retro Biosciences: best-funded of the private reprogramming players, with a clearer path in autophagy than in reprogramming
Altos Labs: launched in 2022 with the largest single commitment in the sector’s history ($3B), still without a disclosed clinical program
Insilico Medicine: the AI-native, Asia-anchored platform play, positioning discovery speed as its edge
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How can a tree live for 1,000 years?
Lifespan recently visited Shunkaen Bonsai Museum in Tokyo, where world-renowned master Kunio Kobayashi preserves trees that have been cared for by generations of bonsai masters
Their longevity may come from something trees do exceptionally well: renewal
A centuries-old bonsai is not made entirely of centuries-old tissue. Its leaves, roots, bark, and vascular tissues are repeatedly replaced. Plant stem cells, found in regions called meristems, continue producing new growth throughout life
Research on ancient trees suggests these stem-cell systems can remain active for centuries, supported by powerful repair and stress-response mechanisms
That may be relevant to human longevity. We also depend on stem cells to renew blood, skin, muscle, and other tissues. As we age, that regenerative capacity declines
Bonsai do not preserve every old part. They preserve the ability to renew. Perhaps this is due to epigenetic stability that preserves stem cell function
Six million common dolphins live in oceans around the world. How they respond to marine pollution can provide early warnings for human health.
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