Senolytics

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Definition

A class of drugs or compounds that selectively eliminate senescent cells, which contribute to aging and age-related diseases.

Example

"I'm considering adding senolytics to my health regimen to clear out those old, junky cells."

Etymology

Combines 'senescence' and 'lytic', indicating its function to destroy aging cells.

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Apparently, they'd have us believe that obliterating grumpy old cells in our body will stop the clock. Sureโ€”next theyโ€™ll say these pills can reverse a bad hair day. "Does anyone really think senolytics can save us from aging when they can't even agree if coffee's good for you?"

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The game-changing wake-up call to those sluggish cells overstaying their welcome. With these on deck, weโ€™re returning stronger than before and dodging any crisis life throws our way. "Sweetheart, if only I had senolytics back during my rough patchโ€”Iโ€™d have dodged a decade of wrinkles!"

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