Biological age, also known as physiological age, measures how well your body is functioning relative to your actual chronological age. Tracking this metric provides deep insights into your rate of cellular aging and longevity.
Chronological vs. Biological Aging
Chronological age is simply the number of years you have been alive. This physiological age, however, is determined by cellular health, DNA methylation, telomere length, and cardiovascular efficiency, as detailed in research on Nature Aging.
How Biological Age is Calculated
Clinicians estimate your cellular age by evaluating biomarkers such as heart rate variability, inflammatory markers, glucose regulation, and lung capacity. You can assess your biological aging rate using our interactive Biological Age Calculator.
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You can improve this score through targeted interventions, including a nutrient-dense diet, resistance training, consistent sleep, and stress reduction practices.
| Biomarker Category | Ideal Target | Sign of Accelerated Aging |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiovascular | High heart rate variability, low arterial stiffness | Elevated resting pulse and high diastolic pressure |
| Metabolic | Optimal insulin sensitivity, low visceral fat | Prediabetic blood sugar and high body fat index |
| Inflammatory | Low hs-CRP and balanced cytokine profile | Chronic system inflammation and cell damage |
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