Unexplainable New year, new diet, live forever?
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Jan 1, 2025 
Anahad O’Connor, a seasoned health columnist at the Washington Post, joins researcher Saul Justin Newman from the Oxford Institute for Population Aging. They explore the impact of various diets on health and longevity, dissecting the myths versus realities of popular diets like keto and veganism. The conversation highlights the intriguing concept of Blue Zones, renowned for their high life expectancy, while revealing the complexities and inconsistencies in diet research. Listeners are left pondering how dietary wisdom shapes our quests for longevity.
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Rodale's Paradox
- Jerome Rodale, an organic food advocate, died of a heart attack after claiming he'd live to 100.
- This ironic event highlights the unpredictability of health and longevity despite dietary choices.
Nutrition Science Challenges
- Nutrition science is difficult because long-term, controlled studies are nearly impossible.
- Human dietary habits are complex and influenced by cravings, marketing, and vast food choices.
Better Than the Standard
- Any diet is often better than the standard American diet.
- Diet gurus often compare their diet to the unhealthy standard American diet, making their results appear more significant.