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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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Funding and Insights of Caloric Restriction Study

This chapter discusses the financial aspects of a major calorie study, highlighting its $13 million budget compared to the broader NIH budget. It shares the personal experiences of participants, including their challenges and adaptations to dietary changes, and emphasizes the importance of community support during the study. The chapter also explores the physiological and psychological effects of calorie restriction and the lasting lifestyle changes among participants long after the study was completed.

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