A study has shown that the more frequent diagnosis of certain types of cancer in young people may be associated with accelerated aging. While the finding that Generation Z is accelerating the aging process has become a hot topic on social media, it has also led to debates that young adults look older than Millennials.
The faster aging of young people compared to their predecessors and rising cancer rates have been attributed to a mix of genetics, lifestyle, nutrition and environmental factors. But new data suggests that certain lifestyle choices may play a role.
A study presented at an international cancer conference showed that more frequent diagnosis of certain types of cancer in young people may be associated with accelerated ageing. This suggests that Generation Z is at increased risk of developing diseases such as cancer at an early age.
Experts say the increased incidence of the disease in young people may be associated with accelerated ageing. Professor Ilaria Bellantuono from the University of Sheffield points out that the diseases seen in young people are of the type that normally occur in older people.
Why are Generation Z aging faster?
Factors such as dietary habits, e-cigarette use, mental health problems and loneliness are thought to trigger premature aging. There is a link between the consumption of processed foods and digestive cancers, especially in high-income countries.
Researchers warn that these trends may lead to accelerated aging in younger generations and thus an increased risk of developing cancer.
