The Revive Stronger Podcast 466: Longevity Supplements That Actually Work - Greg Potter
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May 3, 2025 In a thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Greg Potter, Chief Science Officer of a longevity supplement startup and a psychiatric clinic expert, explores the intricacies of aging and health. He dives into the hallmarks of aging, the impact of supplements like taurine and lithium for cognitive benefits, and ongoing debates in the supplement industry. Greg also emphasizes the significance of lifestyle choices and nutrition in promoting longevity, while addressing the pressing concerns of supplement regulation and microplastics in our environment.
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Personal Longevity Awakening
- Greg Potter shares personal illness and loss experiences that shifted his outlook on longevity and health.
- Losing close friends to cancer and cardiovascular events made him prioritize long-term health and aging awareness.
Aging Hallmarks Are Interconnected
- The hallmarks of aging form a network where targeting one influences others with tissue-specific effects.
- Aggressively targeting hallmarks like telomere attrition or senescence could backfire, possibly increasing cancer risk.
Organ Aging Impacts Systemic Health
- Different organs age at different rates, affecting risks broadly, not just locally.
- Chronic low-grade inflammation from one organ's aging can damage others remotely via circulating factors.