The Mel Robbins Podcast

Advice From the #1 Longevity Doctor: Add 10 Years to Your Life With 3 Simple Habits

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May 1, 2025
Dr. Eric Topol, a pioneering cardiologist and one of the most cited medical researchers, shares transformative insights on longevity. He emphasizes the importance of lifestyle choices over trendy anti-aging treatments. Discover the #1 free intervention to slow aging and the three habits that might be aging you faster. Topol also discusses the harmful effects of ultra-processed foods and reveals how exercise can be a powerful tool for mental health. His evidence-based approach offers hope for a longer, healthier life—no miracle cures necessary!
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INSIGHT

Prevent Major Diseases Early

  • The biggest killers, cancer, cardiovascular, and neurodegenerative diseases, develop over 20 years.
  • Early lifestyle changes can prevent these diseases or delay their onset significantly.
ADVICE

Use Genetic Risk for Screening

  • Use polygenic risk scores to assess personal cancer risk, especially with family history.
  • Tailor screening frequency based on individual risk to avoid unnecessary or ineffective tests.
ADVICE

Fix Three Aging Habits

  • Avoid poor diet filled with ultra-processed foods, lack of exercise, and insufficient deep sleep.
  • Focus on improving these three lifestyle factors to slow aging and improve health.
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