As the years go by, physical decline is a natural physiological process that is inevitable. Have you ever noticed that aging doesn't seem to happen slowly, but at some point you suddenly notice that you have more wrinkles, less energy, and ...... physical fitness?Scientific research has revealed that there are indeed "cliff-like" mutations in human aging.
Three "cliff-like" turning points of aging!
A major study published in Nature Medicine reveals key physiological changes in the aging process. The study, which involved the analysis of plasma samples from 4,263 people between the ages of 18 and 95, showed that the levels of 1,379 blood proteins changed with age. In particular, the study noted:These changes are particularly significant at the age of 34, 60 and 78.
By the age of 34, people's bodies begin to age significantlyAccompanied by an increase in various health risks. At this stage, many people find themselves gaining weight, elevated blood lipids, and a change in body shape. The effects of eating habits are more pronounced than when they were younger, and the body's ability to recover is reduced. Therefore,This age group marks the beginning of an increased risk of disease.
At the age of 60, the body enters a more significant aging phase. Before that, the body undergoes slow changes, but after the age of 60, these changes are more pronounced and profound. If there are no good lifestyle habits and health care measures in the past, the body may experience more drastic qualitative changes. On the contrary,Good lifestyle habits can significantly slow down this process.
At the age of 78 and beyond, people enter the so-called "healthy life expectancy extension period". According to the July 2019 data from the Office of the Healthy China Action Promotion Committee, the average life expectancy in China is 77 years, but about 8 years of this time are associated with diseases. At this age group,It is essential to focus on and manage chronic diseases and improve healthy life expectancy. Good habits at a young age will have a significant impact on an individual's health at this stage.
These findings underscore:The importance of preventive care and a healthy lifestyle throughout lifeEspecially at these critical age points. By maintaining a healthy lifestyle, we can better manage and mitigate various risks in the aging process.
Why do people suddenly age at these three ages?
Studies have shown that humans experience significant physiological changes at about the ages of 34, 60 and 78, mainly in protein levels. Towards the age of 34, we may notice a decline in memory and coordination, a gradual decrease in bone density, a slight decline in lung function, and a greater likelihood of mental health challenges. Towards the age of 60, the body's systems begin to show signs of aging, and changes in retirement life may exacerbate this process. During this period, special attention needs to be paid to the maintenance of the heart, digestive system and immunity. Around the age of 78, various systems of the body, such as the nervous, urinary, respiratory and circulatory systems, as well as cognitive and mental health, enter a stage of accelerated aging.