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Why Cell Regeneration Slows With Age
- Aging Clock: Stem cells become less active over time.
- Slower Repairs: Older tissues take longer to heal after injury.
- DNA Wear: Years of damage reduce cell efficiency.
- Mitochondria Decline: Energy production drops with age.
- Shortened Telomeres: Protective DNA caps shrink, limiting division.
- Quality Loss: Older cells accumulate more errors.
- Fewer Replacements: Some cell types stop dividing altogether.
- Reduced Signals: Growth signals become weaker with age.
- Tissue Thinning: Skin and muscle gradually lose density.
- Natural Shift: Slower regeneration is part of the body’s aging program.