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Metabolic Healthspan

Meaning

The duration of an individual’s life characterized by optimal metabolic function, defined by high insulin sensitivity, stable glucose homeostasis, healthy lipid profiles, and efficient energy expenditure. This healthspan is a crucial subset of overall healthspan, representing the period free from metabolic disorders like type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Maintaining metabolic healthspan is a primary objective in longevity medicine, as metabolic dysfunction is a central driver of aging.