Episode
1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
55:27
Published: Mon Dec 14 2020
Description
On today's podcast, Lewis interviews Physician Dr. Peter Attia. Peter focuses on the applied science of longevity, the extension of human life and overall well-being. Peter trained for five years at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in general surgery, where he was the recipient of several prestigious awards, including resident of the year. He’s spent the last few years being mentored by the top medical scientists and now hosts The Drive, a weekly, deep-dive podcast focusing on maximizing longevity, and all that goes into that from physical to cognitive to emotional health. Lewis and Peter's conversation covered a range of topics from which chronic diseases are killing people the most, how our approach to medicine is wrong, how Type 2 Diabetes affects our health, the four pillars of being a kick-ass 100 year old and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1045Check out Peter Attia's website: https://peterattiamd.com/The Science of Sleep for Ultimate Success with Shawn Stevenson: https://link.chtbl.com/896-podA Scientific Guide to Living Longer, Feeling Happier & Eating Healthier with Dr. Rhonda Patrick: https://link.chtbl.com/967-podThe Wim Hof Experience: Mindset Training, Power Breathing, and Brotherhood: https://link.chtbl.com/910-pod
Chapters
The tools that we have to cope with distress and maintain a buffer within which we function determines the quality of our life.
00:00 - 09:05 (09:05)
Summary
The tools that we have to cope with distress and maintain a buffer within which we function determines the quality of our life. Extending quality of life is determined by how well people cope with distress.
Episode1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The infrastructure of healthcare and the way in which medicine is practiced is focused solely on treating chronic diseases as opposed to preventing them.
09:05 - 13:52 (04:46)
Summary
The infrastructure of healthcare and the way in which medicine is practiced is focused solely on treating chronic diseases as opposed to preventing them. This approach must shift to focus on disease prevention rather than treatment.
Episode1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are two different diseases, with the latter commonly caused by high levels of insulin, insulin resistance, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
13:53 - 19:58 (06:05)
Summary
Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are two different diseases, with the latter commonly caused by high levels of insulin, insulin resistance, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Episode1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The excessive intake of sports drinks and water can create an environment in the body where the intake of carbohydrates exceeds the capacity to put glucose at work, leading to metabolic issues.
19:59 - 23:23 (03:23)
Summary
The excessive intake of sports drinks and water can create an environment in the body where the intake of carbohydrates exceeds the capacity to put glucose at work, leading to metabolic issues.
Episode1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A surgical professional discusses the importance of sleep for maintaining energy and productivity in a high-stress career.
23:23 - 28:43 (05:19)
Summary
A surgical professional discusses the importance of sleep for maintaining energy and productivity in a high-stress career. Sleep hygiene tips such as avoiding eating before bed and avoiding screens before sleeping are also mentioned.
Episode1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Fasting sleep is a valuable physiological process that can benefit the body, and taking a nap during the day can help with overall recovery and sleep quality.
28:43 - 33:16 (04:33)
Summary
Fasting sleep is a valuable physiological process that can benefit the body, and taking a nap during the day can help with overall recovery and sleep quality. Prioritizing sleep above other activities can lead to benefits.
Episode1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The podcast discusses emerging evidence that suggests there may be downsides to oversleeping, and how being overactive despite poor sleep habits can affect overall health.
33:17 - 37:49 (04:32)
Summary
The podcast discusses emerging evidence that suggests there may be downsides to oversleeping, and how being overactive despite poor sleep habits can affect overall health.
Episode1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The risk of mortality increases for those above 40 who engage in high amounts of exercise.
37:49 - 42:33 (04:43)
Summary
The risk of mortality increases for those above 40 who engage in high amounts of exercise. It is crucial to consider the purpose of your exercise and the impact it may have on your health in the long term.
Episode1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker shares his experience of setting aside time for exercise and how he balances investing in his retirement account versus day trading for short-term gains.
42:33 - 48:17 (05:44)
Summary
The speaker shares his experience of setting aside time for exercise and how he balances investing in his retirement account versus day trading for short-term gains. He also invites patients to define their own goals for physical fitness, which align with four pillars of his training program.
Episode1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The impact of stress alone resulting in diabetes is rare.
48:17 - 53:21 (05:04)
Summary
The impact of stress alone resulting in diabetes is rare. However, managing stress through behavioral therapy, specifically Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, is an effective internal coping mechanism to handle stress without focusing on external factors such as nutrition and exercise.
Episode1045 Key Health Habits to Live Over 100 & Prevent Chronic Diseases w/Peter Attia
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The podcast episode covers a range of topics including emotional resistance, the impact of fatty liver on our health, and how food affects our mental health.
53:21 - 55:16 (01:55)
Summary
The podcast episode covers a range of topics including emotional resistance, the impact of fatty liver on our health, and how food affects our mental health.