Lifespan : the revolutionary science of why we age - and why we don't have to

In this groundbreaking work, Dr. David Sinclair, a renowned Harvard Medical School doctor and influential figure, challenges conventional beliefs about ageing. He posits that ageing is not merely a natural process but a disease that can be treated. For years, the medical community has attributed death to age-related diseases, but Sinclair argues that understanding the root causes of ageing can empower us to live longer, healthier lives. He identifies a genetic survival circuit that, while crucial for early organisms' evolution, contributes to the ageing process as genetic damage accumulates from environmental factors and lifestyle choices. This damage leads to common signs of ageing and ultimately death. However, Sinclair asserts that we can influence our genes through the epigenome, allowing us to unlock our genetic potential. He presents a scientifically-backed roadmap for reversing the genetic clock, emphasizing simple lifestyle changes such as intermittent fasting, reducing animal protein, limiting sugar intake, and engaging in targeted exercise. The book concludes with a vision of a future where living to 120 or beyond is commonplace, urging readers to reconsider the boundaries of human longevity and health. This transformative work is poised to redefine our understanding of genetics, biology, and the possibilities of ageing.