The Dr. Hyman Show The Secret Power of Fasting for Longevity and Healing with Valter Longo
Apr 10, 2019
Valter Longo, a renowned biogerontologist and director at the USC Longevity Institute, dives into the fascinating world of fasting. He clarifies the science behind intermittent fasting and the fasting mimicking diet, highlighting their remarkable benefits for longevity and disease prevention. Longo discusses how dietary choices can combat inflammation and cognitive decline, particularly in Alzheimer's. He advocates for personalized nutrition and innovative tools to track health markers, emphasizing a shift towards preventive health using quality food.
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From Music to Science
- Valter Longo's interest in aging stemmed from childhood visits to a village with many centenarians.
- This sparked his journey from aspiring musician to a scientist studying longevity.
Calorie Restriction vs. Fasting
- Calorie restriction extends lifespan in animals, but it can have negative side effects like fatigue and lowered immunity.
- Longo's research suggests periodic fasting may offer similar benefits without constant deprivation.
Activating Self-Healing
- Traditional medicine focuses on symptom suppression and targeted pathways.
- Longo's work highlights the body's self-healing mechanisms, activated through interventions like the Fasting Mimicking Diet.
