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“Studies suggest that people performing moderate endurance exercise experience fewer respiratory illnesses, while athletes performing intense endurance exercise of longer than two hours have an increased risk of illness.”

“Our bodies prioritize putting micronutrients in metabolic pathways needed for survival and reproduction over pathways used in long-term health such as DNA damage repair. In this clip, Bruce provides both an evolutionary and a molecular rationale for his theory.”

“In this clip from his FoundMyFitness interview with Dr. Rhonda Patrick, he walks through a deep squat, the sit-and-rise test, and the couch stretch as practical ways to assess hip flexion, balance, and extension.”

“Dr. Krauss explains how some people might be inappropriately prescribed statins while other people should be taking statins. In addition, his current research is investigating whether statins can increase the risk of diabetes, especially for women.”

“When mice consume a diet that is high in fat and sugar, they tend to develop metabolic diseases, such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, much like humans who eat a similar diet.”

“The use of alternate fuel sources allows glucose to be spared for the metabolic pathways that require it. In this clip, Dr. Dominic D'Agostino discusses the metabolic flexibility of the brain to use various substrates, including ketones, for energy.”

“Lunch varied among sardines, mackerel, wild salmon, avocado, nuts, fruit, cheese, and quinoa salad, giving her flexible sources of protein, marine fats, fiber, and fermented foods. Dinner typically paired fish, chicken, or occasional beef with vegetables or salad.”

“In a controlled five-week crossover trial involving men with prediabetes, an early six-hour eating window with dinner before 3 p.m. improved insulin sensitivity, pancreatic beta-cell responsiveness, blood pressure, oxidative stress, and appetite without causing weight loss.”

“As we age, our hair changes: It often turns gray and becomes finer, and it might even fall out—permanently. There are seemingly millions of hair care products available, and many of them contain chemicals that may harm our hair or, even worse, harm our health. In this Aliquot, I explore the various ways to prevent hair loss and promote healthy hair.”

“These changes drive processes that improve cellular respiration, reduce inflammation, enhance memory, and provide protection from cancer – critical aspects in slowing the effects of aging and promoting longevity. Part II of this three-part Aliquot features Dr. Dominic D'Agostino, an expert in ketosis; Dr. Eric Verdin, an expert in aging; and Dr. Valter Longo, an expert in gerontology.”