Gladden Longevity Podcast -- formerly Living Beyond 120

One of the biggest challenge to living longer is getting over the accepted idea that people can't live well much longer than they do now. Just because we haven't seen it with our own eyes does not mean it's impossible. We must take the first step to ask the right questions rather than being confined by our own experiences. Mark talks about what some researches have concluded about a change that happened in the history of humans that may have caused a dramatic change in average lifespan. They reveal one of the most dangerous products/pollutants ever made that finds its way into our systems, discuss just how important water is and suggest what you should be drinking. They also start considering some of the many problems with the current insurance and "healthcare" systems, showing how living to 120 means you'll be an outlier working outside of those systems. Cancer is something that can be detected much sooner than most doctors ever test for, and Dr. Gladden talks about what helps cancer thrive that we can eliminate or reduce from our diet. They also conclude how health and aging relate to one another. For more information on This Week in Longevity Science, visit: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/06/170621103123.htm Dr. Gladden weighs in about this news regarding olive oil and what you should and should not do with the popular ingredient. Finally, ask yourself, "What can I do to cultivate a mindset that enables me to believe I can function at a younger age?"

Living beyond 120 years doesn't mean just flipping a switch, but it requires a slow on-ramp of changing your habits. However, this journey should start today at whatever condition your body is currently in. Diet and exercise isn't a one-size fits-all prescription for every person, as genetics play an important role in how your body processes certain foods and responds to different physical activity. Precision is the key to real health optimization. When it comes to eating well, we need to start thinking of food as a means to support our mission of health. This doesn't mean becoming a fanatic about food, but Dr. Gladden and Mark explain what foods should be avoided and how to choose better nutrition and establish better eating strategies. They suggest sustainable changes that you can make now to begin your path to healthy longevity. Read more about This Week in Longevity Science: http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/health-news/scientists-key-to-longevity-italy-acciaroli-centenarian-mediterranean-diet-a7230956.html To learn more about 23andMe® genetic analysis: https://www.23andme.com/ See how to apply your genetic findings to your health plan at NutraHacker: https://nutrahacker.com/ Learn about the type of activity your physiology benefits from here with Athletigen: https://athletigen.com/

Where does the goal of 120 years come from? What does it really mean to live that long? Host Mark Young and longevity expert Dr. Jeffrey Gladden explain the basics of what people need to extend their health span farther than most people ever realize is possible. They consider the evidence that proves what the body is capable of and the "astronaut mindset" that we need to achieve it. Dr. Gladden explains the impact of our genes and how much you can control the fate of your own health, including focusing on the overall eco-system of your body. The current health care system is a broken one, where it only treats sick people. Dr. Gladden explains what changed his thinking about his own health and that of his patients. He started shifting his approach and learning how to improve health. Read more about this week in Longevity Science: http://www.einstein.yu.edu/news/releases/1200/maximum-human-lifespan-has-already-been-reached-einstein-researchers-conclude/ What would you do if you had an extra 40 or 50 years of lifespan?