Eighties Pace Slows explores the biology of aging, presenting it not as a simple decline but as an adaptive process where bodies strategically conserve and allocate resources.
It challenges the idea that slowing down with age is purely negative, highlighting how metabolic efficiency increases, allowing the body to do more with less energy.
Adaptive resource allocation shifts energy from growth to maintenance, prioritizing survival as we age.
The book examines genetics and epigenetics to show how they influence metabolic pathways and energy expenditure.
It delves into cellular senescence and autophagy, explaining their roles in preventing uncontrolled cell growth and maintaining tissue integrity.
Lifestyle factors and hormonal changes are also explored to understand their influence on aging trajectories.
The book takes a comprehensive approach, building from foundational concepts to explore how genetics, cellular processes, and lifestyle choices shape our aging process.
It emphasizes understanding aging as an evolved strategy, providing insights into promoting healthy aging through informed lifestyle decisions.
