Aliquot #108: The Science of Staying Young — Cardio, Omegas, and Glucose Control
Aliquot #108: The Science of Staying Young — Cardio, Omegas, and Glucose Control
Living long, healthy lives isn't just about luck; it's about putting in the effort and staying committed. There's plenty of scientific evidence out there that guides us on the path to longevity and well-being, but it takes real dedication to follow through. In this Aliquot, we'll talk with Drs. Martin Gibala, Bill Harris, and Peter Attia about three proven ways to promote health and longevity: boosting cardiorespiratory fitness, ensuring you're getting plenty of omega-3 fatty acids, and maintaining healthy blood glucose levels.
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Living long, healthy lives isn't just about luck; it's about putting in the effort and staying committed. There's plenty of scientific evidence out there that guides us on the path to longevity and well-being, but it takes real dedication to follow through. In this Aliquot, we'll talk with Drs. Martin Gibala, Bill Harris, and Peter Attia about three proven ways to promote health and longevity: boosting cardiorespiratory fitness, ensuring you're getting plenty of omega-3 fatty acids, and maintaining healthy blood glucose levels.
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Why cardiorespiratory fitness is essential for everyone
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Best practices for measuring cardiorespiratory fitness
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The difference in training volumes for athletes vs. general health
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How to find the ideal training mix for endurance
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How committed exercisers can achieve high VO2 max levels
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Techniques and benefits of estimating VO2 max
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How to tell if your omega-3 intake is adequate
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Accurately measuring omega-3 levels
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Reasons omega-3 levels vary despite similar intakes
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Is there an upper limit to omega-3 intake?
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Comparing omega-3 levels between Americans and Japanese
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Linking omega-3 levels with reduced all-cause mortality
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Are low omega-3 levels as risky as smoking?
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Omega-3s' role in resolving inflammation
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How Bill Harris achieves high Omega-3 Index levels
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Can omega-3 levels predict Alzheimer's disease risk?
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The most important thing to boost insulin sensitivity
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How sleep disruptions affect glucose regulation
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Restoring glucose control after sleep disruption with exercise
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What are ideal blood glucose levels after meals?
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Are exercise-induced glucose spikes harmful?
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