The Art of Being Well The Longevity Power of Flavanols, VO₂ Max, Zone 2 Movement & More | Dr. Amy Shah
Oct 2, 2025
Dr. Amy Shah, a physician and nutrition expert, shares valuable insights on aging and nutrition. She explores the power of cocoa flavanols in boosting VO₂ max and enhancing nitric oxide for better oxygen delivery. Amy emphasizes practical ways to incorporate flavanols into your diet and discusses the benefits of zone 2 walking for longevity. The conversation further delves into nutrition's role in gut-brain health and actionable strategies for managing perimenopause, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in longevity and wellness.
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Flavanols As Longevity Bioactives
- Flavanols are bioactive non-essential nutrients that improve aging outcomes beyond survival.
- Cocoa flavanols raise nitric oxide to boost circulation, heart, and brain health.
Choose Labeled Cocoa Extracts
- Use a labeled, standardized cocoa flavanol product to get effective doses without excess sugar.
- Choose the 500 mg cocoa flavanol dose for heart benefits and 750 mg for memory improvement.
Nitric Oxide Is Flavanols' Key Mechanism
- New research shows flavanol benefits operate largely through nitric oxide, not only antioxidant effects.
- Increased nitric oxide relaxes vessels and improves blood flow to heart and brain.