Breaking the Chains
of Aging
Oxygen fuels our bodies with life-giving energy — but at a hidden cost. Discover the new scientific paradigm of Lipid Peroxidation and the Isotope Effect.
The Oxidative Paradox
Breathing oxygen generates energy by burning our food but at the same time, it relentlessly wears out all parts of our biochemical machinery.
The most pernicious type of damage is Lipid Peroxidation (LPO) — the only example of a non-enzymatic chain reaction in biology.
Once ignited, it generates multiple damage points. The body does not invest enough into clean-up processes, leading to the accumulation of toxic products like HNE and MDA.
Key Affected Systems:
- Brain & Neurodegeneration
- Vision & Retina (AMD)
- Mitochondria function
- Inflammation & Pain
About the Author
Mikhail S. Shchepinov, PhD
Bioorganic Chemistry
Dr. Shchepinov has a PhD degree in bioorganic chemistry. He worked in academia and biotech in Oxford, UK and San Diego, USA, and is currently affiliated with several universities. His area of interest is the chemistry of aging and mitigation of age-related diseases.
Drawing on 3 decades of experience in academia and commerce.