The Dr. Hyman Show

Daily Hacks To Improve Your Health & Age Backwards

Jan 28, 2022
This discussion features renowned guests like Dr. David Sinclair, a Harvard professor who studies aging and longevity; Mark Sisson, a pioneer in the Primal movement; and Dr. Richard Isaacson, an Alzheimer's expert. They explore how to reverse aging through diet and lifestyle changes, emphasizing the roles of sirtuins and NAD in longevity. Sleep quality, metabolic flexibility, and the importance of strength training for health are also covered. The conversation offers innovative strategies for maintaining vitality and improving overall well-being.
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INSIGHT

The Three Levels of Aging

  • Aging is a multi-layered process influenced by DNA damage, telomere shortening, and mitochondrial dysfunction.
  • Environmental factors and lifestyle interventions can activate protective mechanisms like sirtuins, impacting aging.
ANECDOTE

Dr. Hyman's Mitochondrial Journey

  • Dr. Hyman's mercury exposure in China led to severe mitochondrial dysfunction and chronic fatigue.
  • He treated himself by upregulating mitochondrial pathways and removing mercury, improving his health.
INSIGHT

The Lymphatic System's Importance

  • The lymphatic system, often overlooked, plays a crucial role in fluid regulation, immune responses, and toxin removal.
  • Factors like exercise, hydration, and diet, especially plant-based foods, significantly influence lymphatic flow.
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