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Optimized Functional Age

Meaning

Optimized Functional Age is a clinical metric representing the biological age of an individual’s key physiological systems—such as cardiovascular, metabolic, cognitive, and musculoskeletal function—when those systems are performing at their absolute peak capacity, irrespective of chronological age. This concept is distinct from mere biological age, as it describes a state actively achieved through targeted intervention and maximal health optimization, not just a measurement of decline. It serves as a benchmark for peak vitality and resilience, signifying a level of biological efficiency often associated with a much younger chronological age. The pursuit of this optimized state is the ultimate goal of advanced longevity protocols.