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Foundational Repair Mechanisms

Meaning

Foundational Repair Mechanisms refer to the intrinsic, essential biological processes that maintain cellular and tissue integrity, actively and continuously counteracting damage caused by metabolic stress, oxidative species, and the natural process of aging. These mechanisms include crucial processes such as DNA repair, protein quality control via chaperone systems, efficient autophagy, and mitochondrial biogenesis. In a state of optimal health, these systems operate efficiently to remove damaged components and restore function, thereby extending cellular lifespan and promoting overall longevity and resilience. The efficiency of these mechanisms is a key determinant of biological aging.