The Application and Research of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Field of Anti-Aging

Abstract

As the global aging process accelerates, aging has become a significant issue affecting human health. How to effectively delay the aging process and improve the quality of life for the elderly has emerged as a major focus in medical research. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), with its unique pharmacological properties, is increasingly gaining attention for its application in the field of anti-aging. The concept of balancing "Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang" in TCM theory provides a foundation for its anti-aging mechanisms, while modern scientific research has revealed its roles in areas such as antioxidation, anti-inflammation, and immunoregulation. Through rational formulation of herbal medicines, synergistic effects can be better utilized to enhance anti-aging outcomes. However, current research on TCM for anti-aging still faces challenges, including the extraction of active ingredients, the clarification of pharmacological mechanisms, and the standardization of clinical applications. With the application of technologies such as molecular biology, big data, and artificial intelligence, TCM anti-aging research is progressing towards more precise and personalized treatments. In the future, research on TCM in the field of anti-aging will be further deepened, offering new solutions to address the challenges of an aging society.