Study reveals aging has 2 major 'spikes'
A Stanford study just found that aging isn't as gradual as we thought—it actually has two major "spikes" at ages 44 and 60.
Researchers tracked people's biology over several years and noticed that most molecular changes happen around these ages, not spread out evenly over time.
Understanding these peaks could help scientists come up with better
In your mid-40s, things like how your body handles fats, caffeine, and alcohol shift, along with molecular changes related to heart health and skin.
By your early 60s, the big shifts include carbohydrate and caffeine metabolism, cardiovascular disease, skin and muscle, immune regulation, and kidney function.
While menopause might explain some mid-40s changes for women, men saw similar patterns too—so there's more going on here.
Understanding these peaks could help scientists come up with better ways to prevent or treat age-related health issues down the line.