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Old 07-24-2014, 01:50 PM
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As far as the "gunk theory", I think finding ways to make the cells live longer and function more efficiently should be the goal. Prevent the gunk rather than try to deal with it after it happens.
According to the author, the gunk starts building up from the earliest stage of life, although it may not be too noticeable in the beginning. It was said that the process of aging is set down from the very beginning.

Perhaps a way has been found to make cells live longer but, so far, I haven't come across any mention of it in this book. You might try searching: Dr. Dean Ornish, telomers and telomerase. According to Dr. Ornish, healthy lifestyle changes can increase telomerase and telomers so that cells can continue to replace themselves. Further studies will likely be needed to confirm this. However, in the mean time, I see no harm in practicing his recommended lifestyle.