Dr. Frank Lipman and Dr. Robert Rountree are back to discuss everything you need to know about the aging process, including nutritional supplement strategies that can optimize aging.
During this episode, you will learn about:
Is aging a disease that can be reversed [2:25]
While aging isn’t a disease, it can predispose you to disease [3:05]
Aging is a complicated process [5:00]
No person ages the same – different habits lead to different outcomes [6:25]
We use a Western medicine app...
Dr. Frank Lipman and Dr. Robert Rountree are back to discuss everything you need to know about the aging process, including nutritional supplement strategies that can optimize aging.
During this episode, you will learn about:
- Is aging a disease that can be reversed [2:25]
- While aging isn’t a disease, it can predispose you to disease [3:05]
- Aging is a complicated process [5:00]
- No person ages the same – different habits lead to different outcomes [6:25]
- We use a Western medicine approach – we try to “treat” aging like we would a disease – but it’s more complicated than that [6:45]
- Having meaning, passions, and a good support system plays a big role [6:55]
- Metformin and aging [7:30]
- A New England Journal of Medicine study found lifestyle changes are just as effective as medication at improving blood sugar levels [7:50]
- Clinical studies for Metformin and breast cancer [8:35]
- Study for Metformin and Aging [9:10]
- Side effects of Metformin [11:30]
- Berberine [13:20]
- Doesn’t seem to inhibit mitochondria as Metformin does / can regulate gut flora / can have brain-supportive properties [13:40]
- Not a magic “aging” pill, but can be a part of an age management protocol [14:11]
- Intermittent Fasting Study [18:43]
- Fasting for weight loss versus fasting for healthy aging [19:10]
- Studies show intermittent fasting improves certain biomarkers [20:35]
- Snacking and restricted eating [21:51]
- Community Question: What are some red flags to look for after age 55? [25:00]
- Monitoring blood sugar [25:15]
- Brain and memory function [25:40]
- Loss of muscle mass / sarcopenia [26:05]
- Getting enough sleep as you age [27:51]
Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
- Five Ways You Can Benefit From Supplementing with Nicotinamide Riboside (NR)
- Nutritional Supplement to Support Healthy Aging: ResveraCel®
- What You Should Know About Healthy Aging
Get access to Dr. Lipman’s in-depth analysis for optimizing the natural aging process in his newest book The New Rules of Aging Well: A Simple Program for Immune Resilience, Strength, and Vitality. Order your copy today at DrFrankLipman.com.
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