Modulating Aging and Longevity (Hardcover, 2003 ed.)

S. I. Rattan

Series: Biology of Aging and its Modulation, 5

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After decades of systematic collection of data describing age-related changes in organisms, organs, tissues, cells and macromolecules, biogerontologists are now in a position to construct general principles of ageing and explore various possibilities of intervention using rational approaches. While not giving serious consideration to the claims made by charlatans, it cannot be ignored that several researchers are making genuine attempts to test and develop various means of intervention for the prevention and treatment of age-related diseases, for regaining the functional abilities and for prolonging the lifespan of experimental organisms. This book provides the most up-to-date information and a critical evaluation of a variety of approaches being tried for modulating aging and longevity, including dietary supplementation with antioxidants, vitamins and hormones, genetic engineering, life-style alterations, and hormesis through mild stress. The goal of research on ageing is not to increase human longevity regardless of the consequences, but to increase active longevity free from disability and functional dependence.

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Imprint:	Springer-Verlag New York
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Biology of Aging and its Modulation, 5
Release date:	September 2003
First published:	2003
Editors:	S. I. Rattan
Dimensions:	240 x 160 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	333
Edition:	2003 ed.
ISBN-13:	978-1-4020-1369-0
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Developmental biology Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Life sciences: general issues > Genetics (non-medical) > General Promotions
LSN:	1-4020-1369-8
Barcode:	9781402013690