'Forever chemicals' linked to faster biological aging in middle-aged men
Fox News • • health
Key Points:
- A new study published in Frontiers in Aging suggests middle-aged men, particularly those aged 50 to 64, may experience faster biological aging linked to exposure to certain PFAS chemicals, known as "forever chemicals."
- Researchers analyzed blood samples from 326 U.S. adults and found that higher levels of PFNA and PFOSA were associated with accelerated cellular aging in men, but not women, using DNA-based epigenetic clocks.
- The study emphasizes that while a direct causal link is not established, midlife may be a vulnerable period for biological aging influenced by environmental pollutants and lifestyle factors like smoking.
- Experts recommend practical steps to reduce PFAS exposure, such as checking local water quality, using certified water filters, and avoiding stain-
