Dr. Michael Grandner and Dr. Rhonda Patrick explore treatments for insomnia, detecting hidden sleep apnea, and science-backed strategies for better sleep. ... sleep alcohol melatonin caffeine cbd performance circadian rhythm magnesium supplements L-Theanine
Watch now[toc] Coffee is more than just a morning ritual or a comforting pick-me-up—it's a scientifically supported pathway to improved health, performance, and longevity. As one of the world's most widely consumed beverages, coffee has long been celebrated for its energizing properties. However, emerging research now highlights its remarkable potential to extend lifespan, slow biological aging, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. Coffee reduces the body's biological age by modulating gene expression and protects against cardiovascular events and n... alzheimer's diabetes parkinson's caffeine neurodegeneration cardiovascular metabolism coffee L-Theanine
Read moreDr. Ben Bikman and Rhonda Patrick discuss the primary causes of insulin resistance and how to reverse it in as little as 90 days. ... insulin resistance insulin blood sugar diabetes saturated fat diet nutrition
Watch nowDr. Rhonda Patrick discusses coffee's remarkable ability to slow biological aging, reduce DNA damage, and lower cancer risk. ... coffee alzheimer's caffeine dementia brain diet cholesterol L-Theanine
Watch now[toc position='left'] Introduction Microplastics are everywhere: in the food we eat, the water we drink, and even the air we breathe. Imagine consuming the equivalent of a credit card’s worth of plastic every week—just by going about your daily routine. As startling as it may seem, this is the reality we face, exposing our bodies to a hidden threat that’s growing by the day. What are microplastics? They're tiny pieces of plastic or other polymer-based materials, ranging from 5 millimeters (~0.2 inches) to as small as 100 nanometers, often called nanoplastics. These tiny particles contain a var... environment brain diet cardiovascular Microplastics pollution PFAS
Read more[toc position='left'] Introduction Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats that play critical roles in human health, participating in a wide range of biochemical pathways and processes and modulating the expression of genes throughout the lifespan. Omega-3 fatty acids include plant-derived alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and marine-derived eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), among others. A growing body of evidence indicates that omega-3 fatty acids may prevent or ameliorate symptoms associated with chronic health conditions such as cardiovascular disease,[ref doi='10.3... cancer depression mortality omega-3 nutrition brain diet aging immune system mental health development intelligence
Read more[toc position='left'] Sulforaphane is a bioactive compound derived from certain cruciferous vegetables, particularly broccoli (and its sprouts) and red kale. Robust evidence from epidemiological, clinical, rodent, and in vitro studies has demonstrated that sulforaphane exhibits antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and may be beneficial against a wide range of chronic and acute diseases, including autism, cancer, metabolic dysfunction, and many others and may ameliorate some of the harmful effects associated with exposure to air pollution. Sulforaphane exerts its therapeutic effects t... sulforaphane cancer behavior supplements brain breast cancer inflammation autism antioxidant
Read more[toc position='left'] Introduction Lactobacillus reuteri is a bacterium found in the digestive tracts of mammals, including humans, and in fermented foods. It is a member of the genus Lactobacillus, which comprises most of the bacteria that live on and in the human body. Lactic acid-producing bacteria, such as those in the Lactobacillus genus, are commonly used in probiotic supplements.[ref doi='10.1016/j.tim.2021.01.003'] Furthermore, some online resources provide step-by-step instructions for at-home bulk production of yogurt with L. reuteri enrichment. (https://drdavisinfinitehealth.com/201... gut probiotics microbiome
Read more[toc position='left'] > Epigenetic clocks are a subset of the broader subject of biological aging clocks, which you can read a full write-up on here (/topics/biological-age-clocks). Epigenetic clocks are predictors of biological age based on alterations in an individual's DNA methylation profile. Methylations – biochemical processes that modify the activity of a DNA segment without changing its sequence – occur naturally and regulate gene expression to control normal growth and development. With age, the methylation state of various genes may change. These changes are quantifiable and gauge... aging interesting epigenetics dna damage
Read more[toc position='left'] Metformin is a drug commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes. It is the fourth most widely prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 80 million prescriptions for the drug written yearly. Metformin is in a class of drugs called biguanides, which impede liver gluconeogenesis (glucose production in the liver), thereby decreasing glucose uptake in the gut and increasing overall glucose utilization by improving insulin sensitivity in skeletal muscle and fat tissue. Multiple studies demonstrate that metformin reduces fasting blood glucose levels by as much as 3.9... exercise aging diabetes
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