Metabolic syndrome refers to the simultaneous presence of several factors that pose a risk for the onset of cardiovascular disease
Metabolic syndrome: how to recognize it?
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Longevity News Longevity Words
Inflammaging: what is it?
Inflammaging, or chronic low-grade inflammation, is defined as a state of low-grade inflammation that can promote the onset of chronic diseases related to aging
Microbiota: let us clarify
The microbiota is the collection of a great many microorganisms that inhabit our bodies, with which we maintain a relationship of mutual exchange: we provide them with the nutrients they need, while they perform physiological, metabolic and immunological functions important to our physical and mental well-being
Catabolism and anabolism: the two sides of metabolism
The word metabolism, derived from a Greek word meaning “mutation,” denotes the set of chemical and biochemical transformation processes that food undergoes from the moment we ingest it
Sirtuins
Sirtuins are proteins that occur naturally in our body and regulate some important metabolic processes, Overall, their action aims to reduce cell replication, consequently slowing down the aging process
Aging
Aging is a physiological process whereby the various functions of a certain organism tend to progressively deteriorate over time. Although you cannot stop the hands of the clock, there are several steps you can take to ensure that you age as healthily as possible. Let’s see which ones
Immunometabolism
To function well, the immune system, and particularly its cellular components, need to maintain a proper energy balance
Innate immunity and acquired immunity
The immune system protects us from attack by pathogens through two types of responses: innate and acquired immunity. The first is very quick and powerful, but not specific. The second, in contrast, is slower and is specific. The latter is based on the activation of highly specialized cells, B lymphocytes and T lymphocytes
