Telomeres are the caps at the end of each strand of DNA, that serves to protect our chromosomes. The length of these "caps" serves as the aging clock of our cells, and therefore our bodies. Each time a cell replicates, the telomere is shortened, so naturally as we age this process will take place? But are there ways to slow down this shortening? Or what behaviors cause this shortening process to speed up? The study we dive into for this episode looks at our levels of fat stored in our bodies as it relates to telomere length, regardless of age. The results we find may give us some insight into a real life "fountain of youth" that we can achieve through lifestyle choices. Listen in and find out for yourself!
