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The New Fasting Protocol to Increase Lifespan by 96% | Chris Rhodes : 1254

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Feb 25, 2025

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Chris Rhodes

Chris Rhodes, a biochemist and longevity researcher, discusses groundbreaking fasting mimetics that could transform health without the need to fast. He explains how Mimeo, a blend of four fasting metabolites, can extend lifespan by 96% while maintaining food intake. The conversation covers optimal fasting windows, the dangers of over-fasting on metabolism and hormones, and why traditional longevity drugs may not be effective. Rhodes highlights the balance between indulgence and health, paving the way for innovative approaches to nutrition.

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Optimal Fasting Window

Aim for an 18-hour intermittent fasting window.
Longer fasts can create biological stress, resembling starvation.

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INSIGHT

The Magic of 36-Hour Fasts

A 36-hour fast provides optimal lifespan and healthspan extension.
Over-fasting can negatively impact socialization and potentially lead to adverse effects.

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Fasting Metabolites

Over 300 metabolites are significantly upregulated during a 36-hour fast.
Mimeo replicates fasting's benefits using four key metabolites: nicotinamide, spermidine, PEA, and OEA.

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Fasting, Supplements, and Longevity

02:29 • 16min

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Quantum Biology and Cellular Wellness

18:43 • 8min

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OEA and Lifespan Insights

27:00 • 6min

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Balancing mTOR and Insulin for Optimal Health

32:58 • 4min

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Evaluating Longevity: Biological Clocks and Omega-3 Insights

36:49 • 8min

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Exploring Fasting, Circadian Rhythms, and Metabolic Health

44:22 • 4min

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Optimizing Timing for Fasting Mimetic Benefits

48:33 • 4min

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Exploring Low-Dose Nicotine and Mimeo's Health Benefits

52:20 • 2min

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Exploring Fasting: Gender Differences and the MIMEO Advantage

54:30 • 4min

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Fasting Dynamics and Women's Health: Insights and Innovations

58:24 • 5min

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Indulgence and Innovation: Redefining Diet

01:03:21 • 4min

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Finding Peace Through Fasting and Mental Clarity

01:07:43 • 4min

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Super Human

The Bulletproof Plan to Age Backward and Maybe Even Live Forever

Dave Asprey

In 'Super Human,' Dave Asprey presents a revolutionary approach to anti-aging, showing how it is possible to make changes on the sub-cellular level to dramatically extend life span. The book is divided into three parts: 'Don't Die,' which identifies the Four Killers (heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and cancer); 'Age Backward,' which provides methods to reverse aging; and 'Heal Like a Deity,' which offers strategies to heal faster. Asprey’s research and personal experiences are used to provide practical advice on diet, sleep, light, exercise, and other little-known hacks to decelerate cellular aging and enhance overall health and performance.

The bulletproof diet

Dave Asprey

The Bulletproof Diet is a comprehensive guide to achieving better mental clarity, sustained energy, and weight loss through a high-fat, moderate-protein, and low-carbohydrate approach. The diet emphasizes eating organic, grass-fed, and non-GMO foods to minimize toxins and maximize nutrient intake. It also incorporates intermittent fasting and the consumption of healthy fats like avocados, coconut oil, and grass-fed butter. The diet aims to stabilize blood sugar levels, promote weight loss, and support cognitive function. Key components include the use of Bulletproof Coffee, avoiding mold toxins, and a balanced approach to exercise and sleep[1][3][5].

Fast This Way

Dave Asprey

Can You Mimic Fasting—Without Actually Fasting?

Chris Rhodes, a biochemist and longevity researcher, joins Dave to reveal a groundbreaking fasting mimetic that could revolutionize how we approach aging, metabolism, and health.

Fasting is one of the most powerful tools for longevity, but what if you could achieve the same benefits without hunger, energy crashes, or social sacrifices? Scientists have identified key compounds that mimic fasting at the cellular level—offering a way to extend lifespan, boost metabolism, and enhance cognitive function without giving up food.

Enter Mimio, a blend of four key molecules naturally produced during fasting, is engineered to deliver the life-extending benefits of fasting—without starvation.

For decades, fasting has been the gold standard for longevity, but over-fasting can wreck hormones, metabolism, and muscle mass. So, what if you could get the benefits of a 36-hour fast without the downsides? Chris breaks down the science behind fasting, autophagy, and the game-changing compounds that trick your body into entering a fasted state—even while eating.

What You’ll Learn:

• The optimal fasting window for maximizing lifespan (Hint: It’s not 16 hours)

• The four fasting metabolites that extend life by 96%

• How Mimio mimics fasting benefits—without giving up food

• The real reason over-fasting destroys your metabolism and hormones

• Why traditional longevity drugs (Metformin, Rapamycin) fall short

• Can you build muscle and burn fat at the same time? The science of mTOR & AMPK

• Why Big Pharma doesn’t want you to know about this breakthrough

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