
Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy
Dr. Peter Attia - The Portfolio to Live Longer - [Invest Like the Best, EP.325]
Apr 18, 2023
Dr. Peter Attia, a leading expert in longevity and health span, discusses transformative ideas from his book "Outlive." He explains the shift from traditional medicine to proactive health strategies. The conversation dives into the importance of exercise for longevity and metabolic health, emphasizing personalized fitness. Attia also delves into the complexities of healthcare access and costs, advocating for individual responsibility. Additionally, he highlights the significance of nurturing mental well-being and meaningful relationships in living a longer, fulfilling life.
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- Medicine 3.0 focuses on preventative measures and addressing causal risk factors to shift from treating diseases after they occur to preventing them through lifestyle modifications.
- Exercise has the highest association with reduced all-cause mortality compared to other factors like smoking, type 2 diabetes, and hypertension, making it a crucial element in a person's portfolio of exercise for longevity.
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Medicine 2.0 vs Medicine 3.0
Medicine 2.0 was successful in treating fast death caused by infections and trauma, but it has been less effective in treating slow death caused by chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease, cancer, and neurodegenerative diseases. Medicine 3.0 emphasizes a lifetime risk approach, focusing on preventative measures and addressing causal risk factors. It aims to shift the mindset from treating diseases after they occur to preventing them through lifestyle modifications, including exercise, nutrition, sleep, stress management, and emotional health.
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