Meat Alternatives Good For Your Heart?
I was happy to see this article! I know that many worry about the downsides of fake meat, that they are an ultraprocessed food, but I find them to be a fantastic alternative for spagetti, for a quick sandwich, or outdoor barbecue. I applaud the movement that urges people to cut back on meat even…
Read MoreWhy Southern Europeans Will Be the Longest Lived
I’ve copied some of this article from the Economist. It’s behind a paywall. Growing old together Why southern Europeans will soon be the longest-lived people in the world Diet and exercise, but also urban design and social life As patients and readers may know, I lived in Barcelona for three years when my children were…
Read MoreSlow Aging, Huberman and David Sinclair
This is an Andrew Huberman episode with David Sinclair from a few years ago. Sinclair is under fire lately for unprofessional, overblown claims. I relied on his research for my chapter on Longevity in my book Radical Resilience, and so I have concerns about what his science actually shows! I’ve blogged about Sinclair’s work here and…
Read MoreChemical Cocktail to Reverse Aging?
Previous blog posts on David Sinclair here and here. I relied on his research for my book Radical Resilience. A brief video from my YouTube channel on the controversy. Review of new David Sinclair paper, supplements & anti-aging glitz
Read MoreKaeberlein Withdrawing from Academy for Health and Lifespan Research
Matt Kaeberlein withdraws from the Academny for Health and Lifespan Research because of over blow claims by Sinclair After careful consideration, I have renounced my membership in the Academy for Health and Lifespan Research ( @ahlresearc ). I find it deeply distressing that we’ve gotten to a point where dishonesty in science is normalized to…
Read MoreLife Span by David Sinclair A science-based review of the world’s best-selling book on aging,
I’m copying a rebuttal in full from 2023 to the ambitious claims laid out by David Sinclair in the TEDx talk below, and in his book “Life Span”. I’ve covered Sinclair on the blog here, and how his ideas correspond to the importance of the concept of hormesis here and here. I also discuss his…
Read MoreStatins Neuromuscular Adverse Effects
Attardo S, Musumeci O, Velardo D, Toscano A. Statins Neuromuscular Adverse Effects. Int J Mol Sci. 2022 Jul 28;23(15):8364. doi: 10.3390/ijms23158364. PMID: 35955495; PMCID: PMC9369175. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9369175/ Attardo S, Musumeci O, Velardo D, Toscano A. Statins Neuromuscular Adverse Effects. Int J Mol Sci. 2022 Jul 28;23(15):8364. doi: 10.3390/ijms23158364. PMID: 35955495; PMCID: PMC9369175. Statins are drugs widely…
Read MoreAcupuncture for primary insomnia: Effectiveness, safety, mechanisms and recommendations for clinical practice.
Primary insomnia (PI) is a growing concern, with cognitive-behavioral therapy as the first-line treatment, though accessibility and cost are issues. Hypnotics have risks and limited long-term effectiveness. Acupuncture is a potential treatment, showing improvements in subjective sleep quality, cognitive function, and emotional symptoms in clinical trials. It also enhances objective sleep measures and may restore…
Read MoreHow Biohackers Are Trying to Upgrade Their Brains and Bodies
The article explores the growing trend of biohacking, where individuals use technology and science to enhance various aspects of their bodies and minds. Biohackers are experimenting with methods ranging from implanting electronic devices in their bodies to optimizing their diets and exercise routines. We’ve talked about it here. and here My focus in my practice,…
Read MoreGood Sleep, Long Life: Oura Ring For Sleep Tracking
I’ve used andor at least 3 years now to track my sleep. Sleep is a cornerstone for good health, so it’s worth it to try to optimize it! I did a video on it here. The main points follow Sleep’s Important! In my latest YouTube video, “Don’t Die! Learn to Sleep Better,” I explore the…
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