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How loss of dopamine-producing neurons affects brain circuitry and behavior | Giselle Petzinger

Posted on October 27th 2020 (over 3 years)
Views: 1862

In this clip, Dr. Giselle Petzinger explains how the loss of dopamine disrupts circuitry in the brains of people with Parkinson's disease.

Reduced tumor growth and DNA damage from radiation in time-restricted fed rodents | Satchin Panda

Posted on July 12th 2019 (almost 5 years)
Views: 1854

Dr. Satchin Panda describes how circadian rhythms influence DNA damage and repair, especially in the setting of time-restricted eating

Circadian regulation of sleep leads to better health outcomes in infants and elderly | Matt Walker

Posted on July 12th 2019 (almost 5 years)
Views: 1844

Dr. Matthew Walker explains how altering light-dark schedules can improve health outcomes in older adults and babies.

Resveratrol improves aortic stiffness (in rhesus monkeys) | David Sinclair

Posted on November 7th 2019 (over 4 years)
Views: 1843

In this clip, Dr. David Sinclair describes research demonstrating the beneficial effects of resveratrol on the cardiovascular system of monkeys.

Growth hormone defect protects against cancer, diabetes, and cognitive decline | Valter Longo

Posted on April 9th 2022 (about 2 years)
Views: 1829

In this clip, Dr. Valter Longo explains how certain macronutrients influence the insulin/IGF-1/growth hormone axis to modulate aging in many cell types.

Small positive lifestyle changes made in midlife predict longevity | Elissa Epel

Posted on June 25th 2019 (almost 5 years)
Views: 1827

Dr. Elissa Epel describes the "low hanging fruit" – small, healthy lifestyle behaviors – that can have positive effects on telomere length and lifespan.

Anti-catabolic effects of heat | Dr. Stuart Phillips

Posted on July 10th 2022 (almost 2 years)
Views: 1811

In this clip, Dr. Stuart Phillips discusses how heat stress promotes muscle health and reduces muscle loss.

Up to 75 percent of breast cancers associated with modifiable factors like obesity, smoking, and inactivity | Ruth Patterson

Posted on July 12th 2019 (almost 5 years)
Views: 1808

Dr. Ruth Patterson discusses how healthful choices, such as even modest weight loss, can have beneficial effects that reduce the risk of breast cancer and a variety of other diseases

What makes women live longer? | Elissa Epel

Posted on June 25th 2019 (almost 5 years)
Views: 1804

Dr. Elissa Epel identifies some of the key differences in male and female biology and how they influence telomere length and aging.

Can an Apple Watch diagnose COVID-19? | Dr. Michael Snyder

Posted on June 21st 2021 (almost 3 years)
Views: 1795

If a participant's heart rate jumps up for a prolonged period, it might suggest a physiological response to infection.

Inflammation and its role in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's | Tim Ferriss

Posted on June 1st 2020 (almost 4 years)
Views: 1796

In this clip, Tim Ferriss describes his efforts to mitigate the risk of Alzheimer's disease by managing his insulin levels using the ketogenic diet.

Why "preloading" enhances anabolic effects of omega-3 | Dr. Chris McGlory

Posted on July 19th 2023 (10 months)
Views: 1797

In this clip, Dr. Chris McGlory defines the importance of preloading omega-3s and suggests that effects may require higher doses.

Is the relationship between exercise and telomere length dose-dependent? | Elissa Epel

Posted on June 25th 2019 (almost 5 years)
Views: 1784

Dr. Elissa Epel describes the non-linear effects of exercise on telomere length.

How the benefits of exercise can be blocked by NSAIDs and high dose supplementation of antioxidants.

Posted on August 28th 2019 (over 4 years)
Views: 1784

Dr. Charles Raison explains that taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents or high dose antioxidants may block some of the benefits of exercise.

Top biomarkers for measuring aging | Eric Verdin

Posted on July 15th 2019 (almost 5 years)
Views: 1775

Dr. Eric Verdin describes the emerging field of biomarkers of aging and the diverse strategies, including artificial intellegence, that are being employed.

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