Episode

Live A Long, Happy Life with Mark Hyman
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41:34
Published: Tue Nov 29 2022
Description

Turns out laughter isn't the best medicine. Medicine might not even be the best medicine. If you were to ask Dr Mark Hyman, he would tell you that food is the best medicine. Some would say Mark is a modern age miracle worker. In reality, he has figured out ways to help the body perform its own miracles. From curing diseases to extending our lifespans, his approach to wellness is unlike what most of us are used to. His work is inspirational, anthropological and downright fascinating.This is… A Bit of Optimism.For more on Mark and his work check out: his forthcoming book, Young Forever, at www.youngforeverbook.comhttps://drhyman.com/

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Dr. Mark Hyman, a pioneer of functional medicine, shares that keeping the body healthy and in tip top form through functional medicine can lead to longer life.
00:00 - 01:25 (01:25)
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functional medicine
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Dr. Mark Hyman, a pioneer of functional medicine, shares that keeping the body healthy and in tip top form through functional medicine can lead to longer life. His new book, Young Forever, discusses how we can fix and avoid diseases while also increasing longevity.

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Live A Long, Happy Life with Mark Hyman
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A Bit of Optimism
Sauna use not only increases circulation and blood flow, but also reduces stress, improves cardiovascular health, and boosts the immune system.
01:25 - 09:01 (07:36)
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Sauna
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Sauna use not only increases circulation and blood flow, but also reduces stress, improves cardiovascular health, and boosts the immune system. By activating the innate immune system, saunas help us fight off infections and even cancer, and heal damaged proteins in the body.

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Live A Long, Happy Life with Mark Hyman
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A Bit of Optimism
The podcast explores various techniques to activate ancient pathways that can help the body repair, renew and regenerate, including promoting a healthy diet, proper sleep, stress reduction, and the use of advanced technologies such as stem cells and peptides.
09:01 - 14:11 (05:09)
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Health and Wellness
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The podcast explores various techniques to activate ancient pathways that can help the body repair, renew and regenerate, including promoting a healthy diet, proper sleep, stress reduction, and the use of advanced technologies such as stem cells and peptides.

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Live A Long, Happy Life with Mark Hyman
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A Bit of Optimism
The gut is a core part of our overall health, with 60 to 70% of our immune systems in our gut, and our microbiome is an extraordinary organism that lives within us.
14:11 - 20:03 (05:52)
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Functional medicine
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The gut is a core part of our overall health, with 60 to 70% of our immune systems in our gut, and our microbiome is an extraordinary organism that lives within us. Functional medicine focuses on gut health and its impact on overall health, but it's not widely taught in medical schools.

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Longevity research has been overlooked for too long, but now, the tides have turned with more funding and investments being put into it, giving hope for a better and healthier future.
20:03 - 24:56 (04:52)
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Longevity
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Longevity research has been overlooked for too long, but now, the tides have turned with more funding and investments being put into it, giving hope for a better and healthier future.

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Live A Long, Happy Life with Mark Hyman
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A Bit of Optimism
The majority of our calorie intake comes from ultra processed food which is made up of various food additives and unhealthy compounds, leading to harmful effects on our bodies.
24:56 - 31:19 (06:22)
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Ultra Processed Food
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The majority of our calorie intake comes from ultra processed food which is made up of various food additives and unhealthy compounds, leading to harmful effects on our bodies. Eating high quality, nutritious food is essential to avoid starvation and cravings but the quality of food in America is concerning.

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The speaker talks about their experience with healthy eating in Italy, their own diet including a protein shake in the morning and a fat salad for lunch, and the popular practice of time-restricted eating.
31:19 - 37:42 (06:23)
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Healthy Eating
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The speaker talks about their experience with healthy eating in Italy, their own diet including a protein shake in the morning and a fat salad for lunch, and the popular practice of time-restricted eating.

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Live A Long, Happy Life with Mark Hyman
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A Bit of Optimism
Dr. Peter Attia expresses his desire to contribute towards creating a society of healthy and wise elders who can add value to society without being a drain due to illness, and emphasizes the importance of creating a culture where people can become healthier and contribute to the advancement of society through serving and loving each other.
37:42 - 41:26 (03:43)
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Society
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Dr. Peter Attia expresses his desire to contribute towards creating a society of healthy and wise elders who can add value to society without being a drain due to illness, and emphasizes the importance of creating a culture where people can become healthier and contribute to the advancement of society through serving and loving each other.

Episode
Live A Long, Happy Life with Mark Hyman
Podcast
A Bit of Optimism