Episode Highlights With Dr. Nick Bitz

What to understand about aging and the multiple theories of what contributes
Why aging might be a slowed ability to adapt
The three main theories of aging and how understanding them can help you slow it
What to look at and test as a baseline to determine aging
What the nine hallmarks of aging are: telomeres, DNA mutations, epigenetic changes, senescent cells, etc
Cellular senescence: the process by which cells age
Compounds that can help improve the body's ability to deal with senescent cells
Healthspan vs lifespan
How fasting comes into play with aging and senescent cells
Why exercise battles all aspects of aging (especially strength training)
How early morning sunlight impacts hormones, sleep, and aging
Interesting research around chlorophyll and aging
The importance of leucine and how to get it
Things we are doing that are speeding aging (some might surprise you)
What senolytics are and how to dose them (Quercetin, Fisitin, etc)
Why senolytics in large doses every couple of months can be beneficial

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