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Can you reverse aging with telomerase? The Science and Risks Explored

In 2011, a study published in *Nature* revealed that reactivating telomerase in mice could reverse signs of aging within just four weeks. The scientific community has long been fascinated by the possibility of using telomerase, an enzyme that maintains the protective caps on our chromosomes, to manipulate the aging process. However, the question, "Can you reverse aging with telomerase?" remains complex, fraught with both exciting promise and significant, dangerous risks.

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