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Aliquot #150: Can Urolithin A Renew Aging Mitochondria?

Aug 28, 2026

“It has attracted interest for its potential to activate mitophagy, the process cells use to clear out damaged mitochondria. In this Aliquot, I explain why mitochondrial cleanup matters for aging, why urolithin A production varies, and what early human studies suggest about its potential benefits.”

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Aliquot #152: How to Counteract a Sedentary Workday

Sep 28, 2026

“A more useful approach is to focus on what you can do to reduce its effects. In this Aliquot, Dr. Kelly Starrett explains why standing more is not enough, how to build movement into your workday, and why it matters for long-term mobility.”

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Aliquot #16: Time-restricted eating for better metabolic health, part 1

Jan 6, 2021

“Time-restricted eating, which involves taking in food within a small window of time during the day and fasting for the remainder, can improve certain biomarkers of health – even without weight loss – to improve overall health. In Part I of this two-part segment, Drs.”

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Duration: 23m 2s
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Aliquot #17: Time restricted eating for better metabolic health, part 2

Jan 11, 2021

“Coordination of meal timing with the circadian rhythm can reduce markers of inflammation and affect aspects of metabolic health, including glucose regulation and insulin sensitivity. Animal studies suggest that overnight fasting induces autophagy.”

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Duration: 22m 7s
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Aliquot #18: The dual nature of IGF-1: Striking a balance for optimal health

Jan 26, 2021

“Insulin-like growth factor-1, or IGF-1 for short, is a protein that plays critical roles in major growth pathways in the human body. It influences nearly every tissue in the body, especially developmental growth, skeletal muscle and neurons.”

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Duration: 34m 49s
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Aliquot #19: Fasting as a tool for fighting cancer

Feb 3, 2021

“As for this last point in particular, but also all conversations surrounding severe life-altering diagnosis like cancer, these clips are not meant to serve as a substitute for medical advice.”

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Aliquot #20: Fasting and athletic performance

Feb 15, 2021

“The timing of eating and exercise, especially in elite athletes, hasn't been studied and may, in fact, require self-experimentation by the athletes to identify the perfect interval of fasting to support their optimal performance.”

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Duration: 28m 28s
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Aliquot #21: Exercise to Fight Parkinson's Disease

Feb 16, 2021

“But exercise — especially intense exercise — can also help to manage the symptoms once the disease develops. These Aliquot segments feature Dr. Giselle Petzinger, a board-certified neurologist who specializes in the care of patients with Parkinson's disease.”

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Aliquot #28: Health consequences of sleep deprivation, Part 2: Mental & cognitive health

Apr 8, 2021

“The decline of deep sleep begins early in life, nearly disappears by age 80, increasing the risk for Alzheimer's disease. These Aliquot segments feature Dr. Charles Raison, a professor of psychiatry, and Dr. Matthew Walker, a professor of neuroscience and psychology.”

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Duration: 27m 46s
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Aliquot #34: How fasting influences immune function

Jun 30, 2021

“A growing body of evidence indicates that the fasting-mimicking diet may be beneficial in treating autoimmune disorders. In these Aliquot segments, Dr. Rhonda Patrick and Dr. Valter Longo describe the roles that diet and fasting play in maintaining or restoring proper immune function.”

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Duration: 19m 29s
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