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“In Aliquot #131, The Muscle and Bone Benefits of Creatine, creatine expert Dr. Darren Candow and I discussed how creatine supplementation affects muscle quality, physical function, and even skeletal health, particularly in older adults.”

“He further explains that this individualized preventive medicine is critical because of the wide variety of genetic make-ups in our society. Your genetic make-up affects the metabolism of nutrients and certain people may need to consume more to compensate for their genetics.”

“Clinical trials have unearthed evidence that is suggestive of the possibility that amyloid-beta build-up in the brain may be being attenuated, as well as an improvement in cognitive function in people with Alzheimer’s disease.”

“Two recent clinical studies underscore that microbial responses to individual components of a person's diet may influence host health. Dr. Elinav's work with The Personalized Nutrition Program revealed that individualized dietary recommendations improve postprandial blood glucose levels.”

“An altered eating pattern that involves fasting in the evening can also reduce Hemoglobin A1C – a measure of blood sugar over the past three months. Women who attempted this method of eating found it a feasible and acceptable way to eat.”

“Although human trials are lacking, some animal research suggests that sulforaphane and its byproducts protect against bladder cancer. In this clip, Dr. Jed Fahey discusses the effects of urinary excretion of sulforaphane byproducts.”

“In a study of 24 healthy young men, five nights with four hours in bed reduced glucose tolerance, mitochondrial respiratory function, sarcoplasmic protein synthesis, and the amplitude of a skin-temperature rhythm.”

“Research has identified a few biohacks – lifestyle strategies that improve health and lifespan – that may extend telomeres. The goal of these strategies, which include mindfulness, yoga, exercise, and meditation, is to reduce psychological stress and provide the mind and body periods of restoration and healing.”

“A 2014 study found that sulforaphane from a broccoli sprout beverage markedly increased urinary benzene excretion among people living in China, where air pollution levels are among the highest in the world.”

“In this Aliquot, sleep scientist Dr. Michael Grandner explains why sleep apnea is so often missed, how these nightly breathing disturbances affect the body, and which treatments can meaningfully improve sleep and long-term health.”