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#324 ‒ Metabolism, energy balance, and aging: How diet, calorie restriction, and macronutrients influence longevity and metabolic health | Eric Ravussin, Ph.D.

The Peter Attia Drive

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Caloric Restriction in Biosphere 2

This chapter examines a groundbreaking study conducted in Biosphere 2, which investigated the metabolic effects of caloric restriction on participants living in a controlled environment for two years. It details the participants' experiences, significant weight loss, and metabolic adaptation while navigating agriculture challenges and strict dietary guidelines. The discussion extends to implications for aging, health markers, and the complexities of maintaining long-term dietary restrictions.

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