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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Lifestyle
Louise Pyne

Meet your body’s internal maintenance guy: apoptosis — a hero of healthy ageing

The health of your cells matters more than you might think. The organs and tissues in your body are made up of trillions of cells, and how well these cells function plays an important role in healthy ageing.

Throughout your life, your cells are constantly repairing themselves and being replaced. Just as importantly, damaged or worn-out cells need to be removed before they accumulate and disrupt healthy tissue.

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