If it seems as though research in to aging is exploding right now, that's because it is. Over the last few decades, our paradigm on aging has experienced a pretty substantial shift. What was once believed to be an inevitable process dictated solely on the passage of time and the genetic hand you've been dealt … Continue reading Healthy aging requires proper circadian rhythms
Month: November 2017
Longevity is about more than just aging biomarkers
As you're probably aware by now, I fancy myself a test subject in my own longevity experiment. I got my degree in science, I spent 6 years in clinical research at the University of Pennsylvania, and 99.9% of everything I read is either science or science-related. One of the biggest things we need in science … Continue reading Longevity is about more than just aging biomarkers
The shocking reasons why calorie restriction may not prolong your life
It's almost dogma in longevity research that caloric restriction will extend your lifespan. Granted, I think everyone agrees that humans won't see the same level of life extension under caloric restriction as mice, primarily because we experience a slower rate of epigenetic drift. It's also unlikely, although still plausible, that humans will spend a large … Continue reading The shocking reasons why calorie restriction may not prolong your life
This process is key to regulating gut inflammation
For those people dealing with gut problems, every day is an adventure. Fortunately, there are a number of dietary approaches that can help a great deal with symptom management. Whether you're talking about the Specific Carbohydrate diet(SCD Diet), low FODMAP diet, or the GAPS diet, many people can do things they weren't previously able to … Continue reading This process is key to regulating gut inflammation