Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda Eric Topol: Live Longer, Better
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May 6, 2025 
Eric Topol, a physician and expert in genomics and digital medicine, discusses revolutionary insights into aging and health. He emphasizes the importance of enhancing life quality over mere longevity through lifestyle changes he calls 'Lifestyle+'. Topol explores exciting advancements in early disease detection and draws parallels between dog aging studies and human health. He also highlights challenges in funding for biomedical research that could impact crucial clinical trials and vaccine communication efforts.
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Focus on Healthy Aging
- The focus should be on healthy aging rather than merely extending lifespan.
- Preventing and delaying major age-related diseases is a more realistic and beneficial approach.
Lifestyle Plus for Longevity
- Prioritize lifestyle factors beyond diet, exercise, and sleep for healthy aging.
- Spend more time in nature and nurture social connections to boost well-being.
Personalized Risk Assessment
- Use personalized risk assessment combining genetics, lifestyle, and organ health data to identify high-risk individuals.
- Incorporate organ clocks and gut microbiome analysis for precise and early disease prediction.
