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The Benefits of Fasting on Aging
22:52 - 30:13 (07:20)
Fasting counteracts the decline in the regenerative power of tissues and organs which occurs as we age, particularly by increasing stem cell numbers, and aiding mitochondria.
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Fasting and low carb high fat diets have significant positive impacts on aging.
22:52 - 27:08 (04:16)
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Fasting and low carb high fat diets have significant positive impacts on aging. Fasting can increase stem cell numbers, provide regenerative tissue power and clear away damaged mitochondria, while low carb high fat diets improve blood glucose, insulin levels and reduce inflammation, but the effectiveness is highly variable depending on genetic polymorphisms.
ChapterThe Benefits of Fasting on Aging
Episode#237: Exploring Smart Drugs, Fasting, and Fat Loss -- Dr. Rhonda Patrick
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Dr. Rhonda Patrick recommends monitoring blood biomarkers to determine which diet works for you.
27:08 - 28:33 (01:24)
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Dr. Rhonda Patrick recommends monitoring blood biomarkers to determine which diet works for you. For those following the ketogenic diet, she suggests monitoring biomarkers for lipid and glucose metabolism, inflammatory biomarkers, and thyroid function.
ChapterThe Benefits of Fasting on Aging
Episode#237: Exploring Smart Drugs, Fasting, and Fat Loss -- Dr. Rhonda Patrick
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
When discussing the topic of prolonged fasting, it is important to differentiate between water fasts lasting four to five days versus two to three days.
28:33 - 30:13 (01:39)
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When discussing the topic of prolonged fasting, it is important to differentiate between water fasts lasting four to five days versus two to three days. Evidence on the benefits of fasting, including autophagy, stem cell renewal and cellular cleanup are still being researched and evaluated.