These 11 Longevity Scientists Convinced me to Change my Mind on These Topics
20 Jan 2024 (8 months ago)
Importance of Protein for Aging + Vo2max
- Protein intake should increase with age to maintain muscle mass and support longevity.
- V2 Max is a strong indicator of longevity and overall health.
- Regular vigorous exercise is important for longevity.
Muscle Mass for Longevity
- Muscle mass is crucial for maintaining a high quality of life and preventing frailty in the aging population.
- Loss of skeletal muscle mass is associated with increased blood glucose, insulin resistance, triglycerides, and fatty acids.
- Muscle mass is as important as strength for longevity.
Creatine for Inflammation & Recovery
- Creatine has anti-inflammatory properties and improves recovery between workouts.
- Creatine decreases muscle protein breakdown, especially in males.
Omega-3s & Cardiovascular Disease Risk
- Low levels of Omega-3s in the diet can be as detrimental to cardiovascular health as smoking.
- A high Omega-3 index can offset the negative effects of smoking on life expectancy.
Country with the Longest Life Expectancy
- Monaco (Monte Carlo) has the highest life expectancy due to factors such as the Mediterranean diet, high polyphenol content in olive oil, and adequate sun exposure for vitamin D production.
Dr. Paul Saladino - Diet Quality vs Calories
- Nutrient quality may be more important than calorie restriction for longevity.
- Caloric restriction may extend lifespan in primates when fed an evolutionarily appropriate diet, but not when fed a processed diet.
- Restricting calories and nutrients in humans can have negative hormonal effects.
Dr. Rhonda Patrick - Polyphenol Oxidase in Bananas
- Bananas contain polyphenol oxidase, an enzyme that breaks down polyphenols.
- Mixing bananas with other fruits in a smoothie may reduce the absorption of polyphenols from the other fruits.
Shawn Stevenson - Processed Food Intake in the USA
- The United States has a high rate of processed food consumption compared to other countries.
- Processed food consumption is linked to poor health outcomes, including obesity, heart disease, and diabetes.
- Children's diets in the United States are increasingly made up of ultra-processed foods.
Dr. Scott Sherr - GABA Supplements Don't Work
- GABA supplements don't typically work because GABA itself is too big of a molecule to get across the blood-brain barrier.
- Leaky gut may allow GABA supplements to cross the blood-brain barrier, but this could indicate a health problem.
- Other substances, such as L-theanine, valerian root, and niacin-bound GABA, may be more effective for increasing GABA levels in the brain.
Dr. Daniel Amen - Alcohol's Effect on the Brain
- Alcohol consumption is associated with decreased white matter in the brain, which can lead to slower communication between brain cells.
- Alcohol suppresses normal brain function and adds toxins to the brain.
- Even light drinking can disrupt white matter in the brain.
Dr. Kyle Gillett - BPC-157 for Injury & Recovery
- BPC-157 is a peptide that encourages injury repair by increasing blood flow to a specific area.
- BPC-157 has been shown to be effective in treating a variety of injuries, including musculoskeletal injuries.
- BPC-157 works by stimulating angiogenesis (the growth of new blood vessels) and promoting the release of growth factors.