Zombie Cells Linked to Chronic Inflammation Driver

SciTechDaily · health

Scientists have discovered that dysfunctional mitochondria might be a key driver of age-related chronic inflammation. These mitochondria appear to help activate inflammatory genes within the body's aging "zombie" cells. Researchers found that blocking a specific protein, SLC25A1, significantly reduced this inflammatory gene activity. This breakthrough offers a potential new target for therapies aimed at combating age-related inflammatory conditions and improving healthspan.