20 terms
AKG (Alpha-Ketoglutarate)
A naturally occurring molecule involved in cellular energy production and the citric acid cycle. Supplementation has shown potential anti-aging effects …
Antagonistic Pleiotropy
Medical SlangAn evolutionary theory explaining why we age: genes that boost survival and reproduction early in life can have harmful effects …
Autophagy
MechanismsThe body's way of cleaning out damaged cells and regenerating new ones; think of it as cellular spring cleaning.
Biohacking
Medical SlangThe practice of using science and technology to upgrade your body and mind for optimal health and performance.
Biological age
FuturismA measure of how well or poorly your body is functioning relative to your chronological age.
Biometric Feedback
MechanismsThe process of using your body's data—like heart rate, blood pressure, or sleep quality—to optimize health and performance, turning science …
Digital Twin
FuturismA virtual replica of your biological self, created through data collected from wearables and health records, allowing you to simulate …
D+Q
A shorthand for a treatment protocol combining Dasatinib and Quercetin, aimed at clearing senescent cells.
Fitspiration
Memes & SatireA mashup of fitness and inspiration; content that motivates you to pursue health and longevity.
Fountain of Youth
Memes & SatireAn allusion to mythical waters that restore youth; often used to describe anti-aging treatments or breakthroughs.
Healthspan
FuturismThe period of life spent in good health, free from the chronic diseases and disabilities of aging.
Hormesis
Medical SlangA biological phenomenon where exposure to low doses of a stressor (like exercise, fasting, or certain toxins) triggers beneficial adaptive …
Inflammaging
Medical SlangThe chronic, low-grade inflammation that develops with age and contributes to most age-related diseases. A portmanteau of "inflammation" and "aging." …
Longevity escape velocity
FuturismThe point at which medical advancements allow humans to extend their lifespan faster than they age.
mTOR
MechanismsA protein kinase that plays a central role in regulating cell growth and metabolism, often targeted in anti-aging therapies.
PhenoAge
BiomarkersA biomarker that estimates biological age based on phenotypic data and various health metrics.
Rapa
Short for rapamycin, a drug known for its potential to extend lifespan in various organisms and its role in inhibiting …
Senolytics
MechanismsA class of drugs or compounds that selectively eliminate senescent cells, which contribute to aging and age-related diseases.
Stack
Medical SlangA collection of supplements, treatments, or therapies taken together to enhance health or longevity effects.
Zone 2
Medical SlangA sweet spot in cardio training where you're pushing your heart rate to enhance endurance and metabolic health without overdoing …
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