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Do you age faster if you have a fast metabolism?

While the "rate-of-living" theory, dating back to the early 1900s, suggested a causal link between faster metabolism and shorter lifespan, modern science shows the reality is far more complex. In reality, the answer to the question, "Do you age faster if you have a fast metabolism?" is not a simple yes or no, but rather a nuanced understanding of cellular processes, oxidative stress, and overall health.

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