Body mass index, physical activity, and epigenetic aging: a cross-population study.

Bojun Zhou, Dongzhe Wu, Shuting Chen, Shiyan Zhang, Xiaochuan Ge, Jiaming Li, Lianghao Zhu, Shijie Zhou, Ninghao Chang, Biao Zhou, Lei Zhang, Hua Meng

Department of Exercise Physiology, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, 100091, Beijing, China.Department of Exercise Physiology, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, 100091, Beijing, China. · pubmed

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Abstract

Observational studies have suggested that body mass index (BMI) is associated with accelerated epigenetic aging; however, the age at which this association begins and the duration of its effects have not been fully established. This study evaluated the effects of BMI and physical activity on epigenetic aging from early life to adulthood.

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Research summary

The paper claims that body mass index and physical activity influence epigenetic aging from early life to adulthood. This research is relevant as it explores factors that may contribute to the biological mechanisms of aging, potentially informing strategies for longevity and age-related health improvements.

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