Relationships Among Dietary Patterns And Heterogeneous Biological Aging At System And Organ-Specific Levels And Mortality Risks
Our bodies age at different rates, not just overall but also within individual organs. Recent research has shed light on how our eating habits play a crucial role in this complex process. A comprehensive study utilized extensive health data to develop models that assess biological age at both a systemic level and for specific organs like the heart, kidneys, liver, and musculoskeletal system. The findings revealed a strong connection between adhering to healthy dietary patterns and a slower rate of biological aging. Diets rich in vegetables, fruits, and high-quality proteins (such as dairy, fish, and legumes), while being low in added sugars, sugary drinks, and red or processed meats, were identified as key factors in promoting favorable aging. Importantly, these specific aging-related dietary scores were found to be more strongly associated with a lower risk of death compared to general diet scores. This research underscores the significant potential of dietary interventions to not only slow down the aging process across multiple organs but also to ultimately reduce the risk of mortality.
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