It is the corruption of mind
over time that worries me. In the beginning it is always super cool and interesting and rather innocent, e.g. wether biohacking or any other enthusiastic areas of discoveries and experimentations.
Yes illustrated here by Margaret Colagnos latest Linked In post:
During the COVID-19 pandemic regulatory authorities accelerated processes to release COVID-19 vaccines to the world, Colangelo hopes that regulators will also fast track longevity treatments. "We want to fast track longevity treatments so that we don't have to wait 10 years. Obviously we want regulators to take all the necessary steps to make sure that longevity treatments are safe and effective, but if they reduce the red tape and streamline processes, they might be able to make longevity treatments available sooner."
“In this way,” the specialist emphasizes, “a lot of unnecessary suffering could be avoided for millions and millions of people, which is the ultimate goal behind the longevity industry beyond just seeking to extend life. People usually say: 'Oh, these treatments will help people to live longer; maybe we can live 120 years.' That may be true, but I always think how millions people will avoid suffering with age related diseases. I think it is important to see it that way."
"In the future we won't have to see our parents decline with Alzheimer's and dementia or strokes because they will remain healthy as they age. This will be the first time in all of human history that children do not have to see their parents and grandparents suffer with age related diseases." she emphasizes. "Longevity research is the most positive thing that is happening on the planet."
Margaretta Colangelo speculates that some new drugs and treatments may be available, in as soon as five years. Until then, people should follow basic care measures: healthy diet, regular exercise, minimizing stress, and getting enough sleep. "Many people work under stress, and that causes a whole cycle of diseases. Stress contributes to inflammation" she says.
A factor that could affect life expectancy is COVID-19 since some people have long term effects after recovering. COVID-19 can affect the heart or brain causing neurological problems," reiterates Colangelo. "There can also be kidney failure; many people hospitalized with COVID-19 have needed dialysis. Some people may develop heart or kidney problems that will disable them for life." But even something as simple as persistent insomnia in those who have beaten the coronavirus can have a damaging impact, as sleep is essential for healthy longevity. "We are supposed to have 8 hours of sleep every night, and those who have their regular periods of sleep live longer. That is a very important part for healthy longevity," insists the specialist.
Colangelo feels a special fascination for the influence of the social environment in Mexico on longevity, especially since Mexico has the highest proportion of people over 100 years old living with their families. 800 centenarians live in Mexico City and 95% of them live with their families. Most other countries worldwide report that 60% of centenarians live in nursing homes. "That's amazing! Living with relatives can help older people stay healthy, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The people who lived in nursing homes during the pandemic were very vulnerable. First, because of the disease itself, but also because they couldn't have visitors for a whole year; they couldn't see their family so they were alone. Mexican society stands out for taking the greatest care of its elderly " she acknowledges.
Finally, Colangelo, who recently participated in the 2021 Innovation Week, organized by the Mexican Association of Pharmaceutical Research Industries (AMIIF), also highlights that Mexico has the highest average retirement age for men (72 years) and the second-highest for women (69 years) in all OECD countries. In Mexico one in four men over 80 years of age continues to work. Giving these people access to longevity treatments could allow them greater functionality; "They would be 80 years old, but biologically they would be younger of healthier" Colangelo highlighted at Innovation Week. "If the (Mexican) government recognizes early that in 10 or 20 years Mexico will have more people living longer, it could develop public policies to help the population, and it could save a lot of money on healthcare" she said.
From her experience as a member of the advisory board of multiple companies and speaking closely with scientists and disseminating the results of their research, Margaretta Colangelo has absolute confidence in something: the future is going to be better than anyone anticipates. "The future will be better because we will have incredible technology. These technologies will be so good that companies will be able to develop treatments to slow down, delay, and maybe even reverse aging. Companies that develop these treatments will become the most valuable companies in human history and they will also help the largest number of people in history" says the specialist. "Drugs are usually developed to target a specific disease such as cancer or cardiovascular disease. But everyone ages. All 7 billion people on earth are aging. So everyone will benefit from longevity treatments at some point. This is very positive. "
In her opinion, most people don't understand the incredible potential of technology to help us solve the world's biggest problems. "Many people who work with technology want to use it to help solve problems to improve life for everyone. So it is important to understand that this is not just for people in Silicon Valley and not just for billionaires. No. Many scientists I know want to make these advanced technology accessible to every human on all continents, " she says. "The most important thing in the world is access to knowledge. If people spent time learning about science and technology they could update their mental model and understand that we are already in the middle of a scientific revolution."
99% of the people in the world don't realize that we are in the middle of a scientific transformation that will change everything. The most important thing for people to do is to read about science and technology. They should read about AI, quantum computing, and messenger RNA. And, she explains, when they read about technological advancements they will feel more comfortable with technology and discard some old beliefs. "I think there are many people who fear that AI is going to hurt us. No, cancer is going to hurt us; AI is going to help us beat cancer. "The world is going to be very surprised when they see how good the future is going to be," she concludes.
To read the original article by Israel Sánchez please click here Prevén revolución antienvejecimiento
