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What systems are affected by aging and how can we mitigate the impact?

As early as age 30, virtually all of the body's vital organs begin to lose some function, though we rarely notice it due to the body's remarkable reserve capacity. Understanding **what systems are affected by aging** is the first step toward proactive health management and embracing a vibrant, later life.

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Which organ ages fastest? The surprising truth about your biological age

Recent studies show that nearly 20% of adults over 50 have at least one organ aging significantly faster than their chronological age. This surprising fact challenges the notion of uniform aging and begs the question: which organ ages fastest, and what can you do to influence it?

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Does the liver grow with age? Answering a Common Senior Health Question

While the liver is renowned for its remarkable ability to regenerate, its overall volume actually tends to shrink with age. This might seem counterintuitive, so **does the liver grow with age**? The reality is more complex, involving cellular adaptations that help maintain function despite the reduction in size.

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What organs age the fastest? The science of accelerated organ aging

Recent research from Stanford Medicine found that nearly 1 in 5 healthy adults over 50 has at least one organ aging significantly faster than their chronological age. Understanding what organs age the fastest is key to proactive health management and could lead to earlier detection of age-related disease.

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