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Physiological Default Settings

Meaning

Physiological Default Settings represent the optimal, genetically programmed, and epigenetically conditioned baseline for all homeostatic functions in an individual, reflecting the body’s state of peak, uncompromised performance. These settings encompass ideal set points for metrics such as core body temperature, blood pressure, fasting glucose, hormonal rhythms, and inflammatory markers, all of which are characteristic of a young, healthy, and resilient organism. Clinically, identifying and restoring an individual to these intrinsic settings is the primary objective of precision health, as chronic disease and aging often manifest as a system-level drift away from this ideal state.