Shawn Ryan Show #181 Peter Attia - The Science of Longevity, Nutrition Myths and Medicine 3.0
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Mar 10, 2025 
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Peter Attia, a pioneer in longevity medicine, discusses innovative approaches to maximizing lifespan and healthspan. He explores the impact of diet on well-being, diving into nutrition myths and the role of wild game. Attia also addresses the complexities of drug approval processes using Paxlovid as an example, tackles vaccination controversies with a nuanced perspective, and shares insights on the future of Medicine 3.0. Listeners benefit from his emphasis on proactive health strategies and the importance of informed choices in an evolving medical landscape.
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Attia's Vaccine Expertise
- Peter Attia reluctantly became an expert on vaccines due to his public role.
- He felt obligated to address the topic due to public demand and his role as a physician.
Probabilistic Science
- Scientific findings are probabilistic, not absolute, with varying degrees of certainty.
- Medical decisions often involve weighing probabilities and considering individual circumstances.
Navigating Vaccine Information
- Acknowledge uncertainties in biomedical science and weigh risks against benefits.
- Make informed decisions based on reasonable information regarding vaccinations.
