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“Another is the GrimAge clock (named creatively for the Grim Reaper), which predicts lifespan and healthspan in units of years and tests whether potential lifestyle interventions may slow or reverse biological aging.”

“Since then, the body of research enumerating the profound anti-inflammatory and generalized health-promoting qualities of omega-3s continues to grow; however, some studies fail to show any effects from omega-3 supplementation.”

Dr. Rhonda Patrick answers audience questions on various health, nutrition, and science topics in this Q&A session.

“Beyond its role in sexual development, testosterone is important for overall health, influencing mood, energy levels, and even cognitive function. Testosterone is also a highly contested topic, especially in the context of resistance exercise, lifestyle, and managing low testosterone.”

“The bar was formulated to be moderate in calories (107 kcal/≈25 g bar), but nutrient dense, with a polyphenolic-rich matrix of fruit, walnuts, and non-alkali-processed dark chocolate, supplemental vitamins, minerals, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), a blend of insoluble and soluble fibers, protein, and glutamine.”

“In the Framingham Offspring cohort, participants with an index above 6.8% had a 34% lower risk of death from any cause and a 39% lower risk of incident cardiovascular disease than those below 4.2%. These are prospective observational associations rather than guarantees for an individual.”

“Cancer cells exploit the regenerative capacity of telomerase to perpetually divide, essentially becoming immortal. In this clip, Dr. Elissa Epel discusses how having an optimal ratio of telomerase – high enough to reduce the risk of chronic disease, but low enough to reduce the risk of cancer – is key.”

“Naturally occurring forms of vitamin K include phylloquinone, known as vitamin K1, and a family of molecules called menaquinones, known as vitamin K2. In this Aliquot, Dr. Bruce Ames and I discuss the differences between (and dietary sources of) vitamins K1 and K2 and their effects on human health.”

“In fact, telomerase levels in cancer cells are often as much as 10-fold higher than in normal, healthy replicating cells. In this clip, Dr. Elissa Epel discusses how having an optimal ratio of telomerase – high enough to reduce the risk of chronic disease, but low enough to reduce the risk of cancer – is key.”

“However the more harmful small, dense LDL is not removed as well as the benign larger LDL. In this clip, Dr. Krauss discusses how statins reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and potential for better drugs in the future.”