The Cause of Early Aging in Blood Vessels

New study just released in Europe New study just released in Europe Study reveals the cause of stiff blood vessels, which can lead to disease and stroke. You are receiving this email because you subscribed to Longevity Insider HQ. [Click here]( to manage your e-mail preferences. [Longevity Insider HQ logo] The Cause of Early Aging in Blood Vessels Anil Bajnath, MD | August 30, 2021 | Baltimore, MD Dear Longevity Insider,Dr. Anil Bajnath here with your Monday roundup. It’s good to get the blood pumping! That’s why I exercise every weekend. As we age, our blood vessels begin to age as well. There are two main functions of your blood vessels: - Transport blood around the body. - Control your blood pressure. There are five classes of blood vessels: arteries and arterioles (the arterial system), veins and venules (the venous system), and capillaries (the smallest blood vessels). And as we age, the walls of the arteries and arterioles become thicker and the elastic tissue within these walls is lost. This results in stiffer and less resilient vessels. Even more extreme, stiffer vessels place more responsibility on the heart, forcing it to work harder to pump blood into the arteries. This can ultimately lead to cardiovascular disease. Thanks to a recent study presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress 2021, we now know what jumpstarts this aging process much earlier than it should begin. What’s in Your Glass?All signs point to what’s in your glass at an early age. Studies associate alcohol consumption in adolescents and young adults to accelerated arterial stiffening. Mr. Hugo Walford, a medical student at University College London, UK, says: There was some evidence of a graded increase with heavier usage, meaning that the more you drink, the greater the increase in arterial stiffness… The relationship was not explained by other predisposing factors for heart disease, suggesting that risky behaviour during this period has a direct effect on vascular health. Alcohol consumption isn’t the only factor on Mr. Walford’s radar. In fact, he believes that the elimination of other factors can greatly impact vascular health too: The results suggest that arterial damage occurs in young drinkers and young women who smoke heavily. Never smokers and ex-smokers had similar alterations in arterial stiffness, indicating that quitting can restore vascular health at this young age. The Breakdown of the Study [The study]( focuses on the age range of 17 to 24 years old. In a survey, 7%, 52%, and 41% of participants classify their alcohol consumption as never, medium, and high, respectively. Meanwhile, 35%, 23%, and 5% participants classify their smoking as never, past, medium, and high, respectively. These numbers aren’t shocking. While this study is based in the UK, young American adults also commonly drink alcohol socially. It’s part of the college culture. And studies show that binge drinking and a sharp rise in e-cigarette use can contribute to this early arterial stiffening, which may result in heart disease or stroke. Another Cause for Early Aging There’s another cause for early aging that is less known than alcohol consumption. It begins with a process that takes place on a cellular level. And once this process runs its course, it leaves the body filled with toxic cells. These cells can wreak havoc on the body, leaving people feeling tired, sick, and fat. But I’ve discovered a method that many have used to outsmart this trap. [Just watch my presentation right here.]( To your longevity, Anil Bajnath MD CEO/Founder, Institute for Human Optimization Chief Medical Officer, Longevity Insider HQ --------------------------------------------------------------- This email was sent to {EMAIL}. It is not our intention to send email to anyone who doesn't want it. If you're not sure why you've received this e-letter, or no longer wish to receive it, you may [unsubscribe here](, and view our privacy policy and information on how to manage your subscription. To ensure that you receive future issues of Longevity Insider HQ, please add customerservice@abmdhealth.com to your address book or whitelist within your spam settings. For customer service questions or issues, please contact us for assistance. Longevity Insider HQ, Copyright © 2021. All rights reserved. 3 E. Read Street, Baltimore, MD 21202. For customer service, call (844) 491-5756. The content of this site may not be redistributed without the express written consent of Longevity Insider HQ. Individual editorials, articles and essays appearing on this site may be republished, but only with full attribution of both the author and Longevity Insider HQ as well as a link the website. None of these statements have been approved by the FDA to diagnose or treat any disease. Always consult with a trusted medical professional before starting or changing a health regimen. [Full Disclaimer](