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Understanding the Consensus: Which aging theory is the most widely accepted by gerontologists?

While hundreds of theories on aging have been proposed, consensus among gerontologists points toward a powerful evolutionary framework as the most accepted explanation for why we age. This theory, however, does not stand alone; it is deeply intertwined with several mechanistic theories, suggesting that aging is a complex, multi-faceted process rather than the result of a single cause. The question of 'Which aging theory is the most widely accepted by gerontologists?' is therefore best answered by exploring this integrated view.