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What is a common tissue change that occurs with aging? A closer look at cellular and connective tissue degradation

By age 30, the human body's ability to produce new collagen and elastin begins to decline by 1–1.5% annually. This foundational loss of structural proteins is a common tissue change that occurs with aging, impacting everything from skin elasticity to organ function and joint mobility. The complex process of tissue aging is driven by multiple factors, including cellular senescence and a gradual breakdown of the extracellular matrix.

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