Fasting as Healthspan Maintenance, Relevance for Tissue Rejuvenation, Cancer & More | Rhonda Patrick
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April 9th 2022
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Parent Episode: Sauna Use as an Exercise Mimetic for Heart and Healthspan
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Dr. Patrick explains some of the early evidence that suggests the value prolonged fasting (48+ hours) may have from the standpoint of tissue rejuvenation and healthspan maintenance, as well as relevance for other more specific conditions.
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