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*'''Telomerase Activation''': Strategies to safely activate telomerase in somatic cells are being explored to extend the replicative capacity of cells and possibly delay aging. | *'''Telomerase Activation''': Strategies to safely activate telomerase in somatic cells are being explored to extend the replicative capacity of cells and possibly delay aging. | ||
*'''Lifestyle Factors''': Studies have shown that lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and stress reduction can impact telomere length and the rate of telomere attrition. | *'''Lifestyle Factors''': Studies have shown that lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and stress reduction can impact telomere length and the rate of telomere attrition. | ||
*'''Antioxidants and Anti-inflammatory Agents''': Since oxidative stress and inflammation can accelerate telomere shortening, these agents are being studied for their potential to slow down the rate of telomere attrition. | *'''[[Antioxidant|Antioxidants]] and Anti-inflammatory Agents''': Since [[Oxidative Stress|oxidative stress]] and inflammation can accelerate telomere shortening, these agents are being studied for their potential to slow down the rate of telomere attrition. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||