Why does the heart hypertrophy with age? A deeper look into cardiac changes
According to the National Institute on Aging, the heart muscle can thicken and chambers can increase in size as a normal part of aging. Understanding this physiological change is key to grasping **why does the heart hypertrophy with age**, and what it means for overall senior health and longevity. It is a natural process that, while common, is influenced by multiple systemic factors.