
How Telomeres Dictate Your Lifespan and the Science to Lengthen Them for True Age Reversal | Dr. Bill Andrews
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Scientists used to say cells had a countdown timer. Dr. Bill Andrews proved it, then spent decades figuring out how to reset it. In this episode, Dr. Bill Andrews explains why aging isn't just random wear and tear, but an evolved mechanism to eliminate the longer-lived. He shares the story of discovering the enzyme that can rebuild the ends of our chromosomes, effectively resetting the cellular clock in a petri dish. We explore the reality of gene therapy, why it works, why it's risky, and where you can actually get it today. He also breaks down the "tug of war" inside your cells, explaining how lifestyle accelerates the loss, and how specific nutraceuticals are finally adding fighters to…