Redefining Aging: The Role of LL37 in Longevity and Health - Key Takeaways

Key Takeaways

Aging is a complex process influenced by entropy and the body's ability to repair damage.
The microbiome plays a crucial role in aging and health, requiring careful management.
LL37 is a key peptide that aids in tissue repair, cellular rejuvenation, and has antimicrobial properties.
Homeostasis varies with age, and redefining it can potentially reverse signs of aging.
Lifestyle factors like nutrition, sleep, and exercise significantly impact LL37 production and overall health.
Maxwell Biosciences is developing a synthetic version of LL37 for broader applications in health and cosmetics.

LL37 helps in tissue repair and cellular rejuvenation.
It has antimicrobial properties effective against various pathogens.
Production of LL37 is influenced by factors like vitamin D, nutrition, and exercise.

"Aging is essentially the redefinition of homeostasis."

"If you produce enough of this peptide all the time, you would definitely have an anti-aging effect."

"What we're working on is a synthetic version of LL37 that is much more robust and sticks around longer."