Issue #155

a new class of drugs to fight these monsters...

May 29, 2025 | Issue #155

Hey... Do you have zombies in you?

In this week's newsletter:🧟 Zombie Attack🤪 Wellness Craze

Secret Saboteur?

Aging isn’t just wrinkles and gray hair... It’s a cellular battle against ā€œzombie cells.ā€ These senescent cells linger in our bodies, refusing to die and spewing toxic signals that fuel inflammation, disease, and decline.From heart disease to Alzheimer’s, these undead troublemakers accelerate aging’s toll.But there’s hope: senolytics, a cutting-edge class of drugs and compounds, are stepping up to zap these zombie cells and potentially extend our healthspan.Imagine clearing out cellular clutter to rejuvenate your body. Senolytics, like dasatinib and natural flavonoids such as quercetin, target these rogue cells, triggering their demise while sparing healthy ones.Early trials are showing promise. Mice live longer and human studies hint at benefits for conditions like diabetic vision loss.But it’s not all magic pills. Lifestyle tweaks like exercise and fasting can also curb zombie cell buildup.The catch? Senolytics aren’t a one-size-fits-all fix. Over-the-counter supplements lack regulation, and side effects remain a concern. Researchers urge caution, but the potential is thrilling: could we delay age-related diseases with a single treatment? Dive into the science, discover which foods pack senolytic power, and learn how to age smarter.Ready to outsmart zombie cells and unlock the secrets to a longer, healthier life? Check out our most recent article about combatting zombie cells.See ya,

CodyFounder, Spannr

  • New brain scan can diagnose Alzheimer’s before any symptoms (The Telegraph)

  • The Perilous Spread of the Wellness Craze (The Atlantic)

  • Study links technology use to lower risk of cognitive decline (WaPo)

  • I study ā€˜super agers’ — a single habit has the ā€˜most exceptional evidence’ for aging well (NY Post

  • 10 Everyday Habits That Are Harming Your Longevity The Most (HuffPost)

  • Why 36 to 46 is the most critical decade for your health (The Telegraph)

  • Your Heart May Be Aging Faster Than You Realize – Are You at Risk? (SciTechDaily)

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