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Health Fads and Fictions: VO2 Max, Supplement Mania, Sunlight, and Immortality

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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The Thin Line Between Health Innovations and Gimmicks

This chapter explores the controversial practices among health enthusiasts, highlighting extreme ideas like the use of rhinoceros DNA for longevity. The speakers engage in a discussion about the distinction between genuine health advancements and dubious trends, emphasizing the need for rigorous testing amidst a backdrop of mixed emotions toward such unconventional practices.

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