Dr. Peter Attia, a renowned medical expert and host of The Drive, dives into the science of longevity and emotional health. He highlights how lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, and emotional stability significantly impact vitality and lifespan. The conversation covers crucial health markers, the intricacies of cholesterol, and the risks of alcohol consumption on cancer. Attia emphasizes the importance of proactive measures in healthcare and shares actionable insights for improving both physical and emotional well-being.

Dr. Peter Attia, founder of Early Medical and author of 'Outlive,' delves into the science of longevity. He discusses the vital role of health metrics, fasting's impact on muscle preservation, and the importance of understanding personalized nutrition. Attia emphasizes building medical literacy for early intervention and shares insights on using continuous glucose monitors for better health management. He also explores the connection between exercise and cognitive health, particularly in preventing Alzheimer's, encouraging listeners to take proactive control of their health.

Dr. Peter Attia, a physician specializing in nutrition and longevity, shares insightful strategies to enhance healthspan and lifespan. He emphasizes the importance of personalized health assessments through blood work and body scans. Attia discusses hormone modulation, especially in relation to aging and female health, and explores innovative approaches to weight management, including GLP-1 treatments. He advocates for backcasting health goals to ensure proactive fitness planning, ultimately underscoring a holistic view of health intertwined with exercise and proper nutrition.

Dr. Peter Attia, a physician trained at Stanford and Johns Hopkins, shares his expertise on longevity and healthspan. He dives into the NAD pathway and the supplementation debate surrounding NAD, NMN, and NR. Attia evaluates their efficacy and safety while discussing lifestyle factors like sleep, nutrition, and exercise essential for longevity. The conversation also touches on whether biological age tests are accurate indicators of aging and the complex interplay of modern lifestyle habits in preventing disease.

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Peter Attia, a physician trained at Stanford and Johns Hopkins, dives into the transformative effects of light and dark on mental health. He shares insights on how exposure to natural light, particularly at sunrise, boosts mood and counters anxiety. The conversation also highlights innovative cancer immunotherapies and the complexities of safety in artificial sweeteners. Attia's practical tips for enhancing well-being through light exposure are sure to resonate with anyone interested in longevity and mental health.

Dr. Peter Attia, highly respected expert in preventive medicine, talks about longevity and cardiovascular health. They discuss defining cardiovascular disease, coronary plaque and fatality risk, cholesterol, ApoB predictions, genetics, diet, statins, statin side effects, training in zone 2, statins and neurodegenerative diseases, and cholesterol synthesis in the brain. They also touch on statin alternatives, ubiquinol supplements for muscle soreness, cholesterol-lowering drugs, and modifiable risk factors for cancer.

In this engaging discussion, Sam Harris, a neuroscientist and philosopher, delves into the nature of consciousness and mindfulness. Dr. Peter Attia, a physician focused on longevity, highlights essential health screening strategies for cancer and cardiovascular health. Ramit Sethi, a financial expert, navigates the intersection of money and relationships, while Elizabeth Gilbert reflects on the importance of embracing life’s impermanence and pursuing creativity. Together, they share insightful perspectives on personal growth, health optimization, and financial well-being.

Dr. Peter Attia, a physician trained at Stanford and Johns Hopkins, shares his insights as the host of The Drive and author of 'Outlive.' He and the host dive deep into the potential of metformin for enhancing longevity and its fascinating ties to diabetes management. They explore the influence of belief on health outcomes, revealing how mindset can alter drug effects. The conversation emphasizes understanding scientific literature, the role of glucose monitoring, and the delicate balance between lifestyle choices and health impacts.

No one would argue that smoking is a killer. And no doctor would wait until a patient was showing early signs of cancer or heart disease before advising them to quit. Yet this is one of the few health scenarios where early prevention is given the evidence-based weight it deserves. Today’s guest believes that needs to change.Dr Peter Attia is a medical doctor, a longevity expert and author of the brand new book Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity. He gained his medical degree at Stanford University, trained in general surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital, and was a surgical oncology fellow at the US National Cancer Institute. He’s also on the editorial board for the journal Aging and host of The Drive podcast, which covers health, medicine, and longevity.Peter is not interested in reaching unheard-of age milestones or hitting birthdays in triple figures – unless he can do it with full vitality. He believes our focus needs to be on the quality of life we’re living; our healthspan rather than our lifespan.We talk about the evolution of medicine and we discuss the limitations of current practice. Peter calls this ‘medicine 2.0’ and describes it as adept at dealing with ‘fast death' from trauma and infection. But it’s failing to counter our declining life expectancy or deal with the prevalence of chronic disease. Peter shares what he calls the ‘four horsemen’ of the health apocalypse – namely the 4 disease states, that will end up taking most of our lives: atherosclerosis, cancer, neurodegenerative diseases and metabolic dysfunction.Our objective, he says, should be to die ‘with’ disease, not ‘of’ disease and a huge part of Peter’s philosophy is about aggressively taking action to delay the onset of these four horsemen. But, to do that, we will need to take a different approach, which Peter calls, ‘medicine 3.0’. In our wide-ranging conversation, Peter shares which investigations and tests he thinks we should all be doing and he explains why when it comes to longevity, exercise is the most important area to focus on. We also discuss the vital importance of emotional health and, Peter talks openly about his own struggles with extreme perfectionism and shares some of the tools that he uses daily to help. I loved having the opportunity to connect with Peter during this in-depth and enlightening chat. I hope you enjoy listening.Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com.Thanks to our sponsors:https://www.boncharge.com/livemorehttps://www.athleticgreens.com/livemorehttps://www.vivobarefoot.com/livemoreShow notes https://drchatterjee.com/356DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

In this intriguing discussion, Peter Attia, a medical surgeon and bestselling author of "Outlive," shares insights from his journey in writing. He introduces frameworks for transforming complex medical knowledge into engaging narratives. Peter discusses emotional challenges authors face, the importance of feedback, and how to craft timeless messages. He explores the balance between personal stories and scientific accuracy while detailing the rigorous fact-checking needed for credibility. If you're looking to turn expertise into compelling writing, this conversation is a goldmine!