What are telomers?

The human body is partially composed of slight structures called chromosomes. Chromosomes contain all genetic information - predetermined features that are passed on from parents to children - in our body. Combinations of genes, genetic information carriers, determine each person's sex, hair color, eye color and other properties. The end of each chromosome is called telomer. As we age, the cells are divided to copy and preserve genetic information. This cell division is called mitosis. Telomere is to ensure that there is too much genetic information and cell distribution. When the cells are divided, the telomer is slightly shortened. Some telomer is lost every time it is divided, but prevents cell replication if a minimum amount of genetic information remains is achieved. Once cells can no longer be reproduced, they die. Telomers can also prevent chromosomes in connection. Telomers basically control the process that every cell ages. A method of age of cells fromASE affects the deterioration of the whole body.

Some telomeric actions are controlled by an enzyme called telomerase. Enzymes are substances - usually proteins or RNA - that cause chemical reactions. Telomerase adds information to chromosomes and promotes growth and division in the cell.

Many scientists believe that the telomerase action in telomeres holds answers to some health problems. Because in rapidly growing cancer cells a large amount of telomerase has been detected, they believe that inhibition of telomerase can inhibit cancer growth. In addition, cell reproduction and telomeres behavior may be closely linked to the aging process in response to the presence of telomerase. Agproces slowing on the cellular level could reduce aging problems. Telomers can also keep the secrets of cell growth for the treatment of other health conditions.