The Skinny Confidential Him & Her Podcast Dr. Valter Longo On The Science Behind Dieting, Aging, Cancer Prevention, & What Really Extends Your Life
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Mar 3, 2025 
Dr. Valter Longo, a leading expert in longevity and aging research, dives into how diet influences aging and health. He discusses the fasting mimicking diet and its potential in cancer treatment, while highlighting the importance of nutrition in longevity. Valter shares insights on the connection between muscle mass and health, noting its impact on cancer risks. He also explores dietary strategies from high-life-expectancy regions, emphasizing genetics and lifestyle choices that contribute to a longer, healthier life.
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Longevity Diet Recommendations
- Adopt a pescetarian (fish + vegan) diet until age 65-70, then transition to a Mediterranean diet.
- Practice time-restricted eating (12 hours feeding, 12 hours fasting) and consider the fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) periodically.
Cancer Diet Recommendations
- For cancer patients, personalize treatment based on consultations with oncologists and their treatment plans.
- Consider time-restricted eating (14 hours), a personalized longevity diet, FMD, and ketogenic diets, especially for aggressive cancers.
FMD and Cancer Remission
- A stage four lung cancer patient, treated with immunotherapy and FMD, achieved remission.
- Five stage four cancer patients experienced remission with combined immunotherapy and FMD.