In 2017, Forever Labs co-founders Steven Clausnitzer and Mark Katakowski, sat down with DigitalCulture.LA for a deep dive on the potential of adult stem cell storage. Years later, the conversation remains one of the clearest distillations of why we do what we do at Forever Labs.
If you’ve ever wondered about the "why" behind our mission, the podcast episode is essential listening.
In the podcast, Mark and Steven break down a common misconception: the difference between embryonic and adult stem cells. While embryonic cells are pluripotent (the "blank slates" of the body), as adults, we carry multipotent stem cells in every tissue we own.
These cells are our body's natural repair crew. For example:
- Hematopoietic Stem Cells: These give rise to every blood cell in your system.
- Mesenchymal Stem Cells: These are responsible for repairing bone, cartilage, and connective tissue.
The core message of the interview is as true today as it was then: Your stem cells are aging with you. Every day you wait, your cells are exposed to environmental stress and natural degradation.
By collecting and cryopreserving them now, you are essentially "locking in" the youthful vigor of your biology. Forever Labs was built to bridge the gap between the medical needs of your future self and the healthy cells you possess today.
Whether you are a long-time member of the Forever Labs community or just starting your longevity journey, the conversation is a perfect primer on the science of regenerative medicine. Give the podcast a listen.
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