"Slowing the Pace of Aging: Is It Possible?"

A new tool called DunedinPACE can assess the pace of aging at a cellular level, revealing that a low-calorie diet, longer education, metal exposure, childhood hardships, and the Mediterranean diet all impact aging. The tool has shown that reducing caloric intake by 25% can slow aging by 2-3%, while staying in school longer correlates with slower aging and longer lifespan. Metal exposure accelerates aging, and children facing hardships age faster. Additionally, the Mediterranean diet slows aging and reduces the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.