Thursday, April 22, 2010

Are Telomeres the Key to Aging and Cancer?

People who engage in regular physical activity are gaining an anti-aging weapon that will help them live longer lives. New research finds intensive exercise prevents aging of the cardiovascular system by preventing shortening of telomeres--the DNA that bookends the chromosomes and protects the ends from damage, a protective effect against aging. Click on the link if you want to learn more about this fascinating anti-aging topi .
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/begin/traits/telomeres/

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