#124 - How to Reverse Human Aging | Dom D'Agostino
Feb 7, 2022
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Dr. Dom D'Agostino discusses hyperbaric oxygen therapy, the ketogenic diet, weight lifting, anti-aging, NAD therapy, and more. Topics include the neuroprotective effects of the ketogenic diet, applications of hyperbaric oxygen therapy, allocation of clinical research funding, benefits of extended fasting and the ketogenic diet, hazards of sitting, carbohydrates and workout scenarios, blood test results and interpretation, increasing NAD levels, and various supplements for overall well-being.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy can promote wound healing and increase blood flow, benefiting diabetic wounds and gangrene.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy shows potential as an adjunct therapy in cancer treatment by targeting tumor tissue and enhancing the effects of radiation and chemotherapy.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy may have potential longevity effects by reducing oxidative stress, increasing resilience, and possibly increasing telomere length.
NAD+ supplementation and ketones can enhance athletic performance, providing an energy boost, improving endurance, and aiding in recovery.
Deep dives
The Benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Wound Healing
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a viable treatment for promoting wound healing, especially for diabetic wounds and gangrene. By hyperoxygenating the wound, oxygen levels in the tissue increase, leading to higher energy production and enhanced metabolism. This can facilitate the healing process and increase blood flow to the area, ultimately improving recovery. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is also effective in treating decompression sickness, air embolisms, and carbon monoxide poisoning. It can reverse hypoxia in damaged tissues and boost oxygenation, helping to combat oxygen toxicity and promote healing.
Using Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Cancer Treatment
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has shown potential in cancer treatment by selectively targeting tumor tissue. By reversing tumor hypoxia and increasing oxygen levels in the tumor, hyperbaric oxygen therapy can induce a burst of oxygen free radicals that damage and destroy cancer cells. Additionally, hyperbaric oxygen may enhance the effects of radiation and chemotherapy, making them more effective in killing cancer cells. While research is ongoing and the exact mechanisms are still being explored, hyperbaric oxygen therapy holds promise as an adjunct therapy in cancer treatment.
The Potential Longevity Effects of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
While research is still ongoing, hyperbaric oxygen therapy has been associated with potential longevity effects. By increasing endogenous antioxidant systems and reducing oxidative stress, hyperbaric oxygen therapy may help slow the aging process. The therapy's ability to enhance the body's own resilience and improve overall health contributes to these potential longevity effects. Additionally, hyperbaric oxygen therapy has shown promise in increasing telomere length, a marker associated with longevity. However, further research is needed to better understand and confirm these effects.
Benefits of NAD+ and Ketones for Athletic Performance
NAD+ supplementation and ketones, such as those found in exogenous ketone supplements or through fasting, have been reported to enhance athletic performance. NAD+ supplementation can provide an energy boost during aerobic physical activities, improve endurance, and aid in recovery. Ketones derived from a ketogenic diet or exogenous sources have been shown to provide a second wind during strenuous activities and improve resilience. While individual responses to these supplements may vary, many athletes have reported positive effects on their energy levels and performance when using NAD+ and ketones.
Importance of Low Carb and High-Fat Meals
The speaker discusses the benefits of replacing high-carb meals, such as pasta, with high-fat low-carb meals over a long period of time. This approach may not put individuals in ketosis but can gradually reduce carb consumption over time, leading to increased fat burning and metabolic flexibility.
Metabolic Adaptation to Low-Carb Ketogenic Diets
The speaker explains that reducing carbohydrate intake and adding more fat to the diet leads to an adaptation in metabolism, causing the body to burn more fat for energy instead of glucose. The longer an individual follows a low-carb ketogenic diet, the more adaptive effects they experience, leading to increased ketone production and better metabolic flexibility.
Benefits of Intermittent Fasting and Increased Fat Adaptation
The speaker highlights that intermittent fasting can help increase metabolic flexibility and promote fat adaptation. By restricting carbohydrate intake and extending the fasting period, the body becomes more efficient at burning fat reserves for energy. Intermittent fasting also improves brain function, reduces inflammation, and enhances muscle contraction efficiency.
NAD and Supplements for Energy and Immune Support
The speaker mentions the potential benefits of NAD supplements in boosting energy levels and supporting immune function. Additionally, they discuss other supplements, including zinc, vitamin C, quercetin, and omega-3 fatty acids, which may help optimize health and provide support during illnesses like COVID-19.
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