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Longevity clinics are booming. Prestigious hospitals want in.
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Key Points:
- The author underwent a VO2 Max test, a key measure of cardiorespiratory fitness, at a longevity clinic affiliated with Northwestern University as part of a $5,500 annual package.
- The VO2 Max test measures how efficiently the body uses oxygen and is considered the most accurate indicator of cardiorespiratory health.
- Longevity clinics, backed by prestigious health systems, are emerging as a growing business focused on scientifically helping people maintain youthful vigor and better understand their aging process.
- These clinics offer detailed assessments far beyond typical doctor visits, aiming to provide personalized insights into patients' physical conditions and aging trajectories.
- The pursuit of anti-aging treatments has a long history, often involving costly and questionable practices, but current longevity efforts emphasize rigorous scientific approaches.
