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Metabolic Pathways Lifespan

Meaning

Metabolic Pathways Lifespan describes the cumulative influence of an organism’s fundamental biochemical reaction networks on both the duration and the quality of its life, or healthspan. This concept examines how the efficiency, regulatory fidelity, and adaptive capacity of pathways—such as nutrient sensing, energy production, and cellular waste clearance—directly determine the rate of biological aging and the susceptibility to chronic, age-related diseases. The functional integrity of these core metabolic pathways is a crucial determinant of cellular and systemic longevity.