The Biohacker's Dictionary

Longevity Lingo

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Biological age

Futurism

A measure of how well or poorly your body is functioning relative to your chronological age.

Digital Twin

Futurism

A virtual replica of your biological self, created through data collected from wearables and health records, allowing you to simulate …

Healthspan

Futurism

The period of life spent in good health, free from the chronic diseases and disabilities of aging.

Longevity escape velocity

Futurism

The point at which medical advancements allow humans to extend their lifespan faster than they age.

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