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Preferential decreases of visceral fat & prioritization of muscle maintenance when prolonged fasting | Valter Longo

Posted on September 5th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Valter Longo discusses how the fasting-mimicking diet is one of the few dietary interventions that can increase relative lean body mass.

Fasting and Fasting Mimicking Diet for treatment of autoimmune diseases | Valter Longo

Posted on September 5th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Longo discusses his work that indicates that the fasting-mimicking diet holds promise for the treatment of autoimmune diseases, particularly multiple sclerosis.

IGF-1 plays a major role in the proliferation of stem cells during the refeeding phase | Valter Longo

Posted on September 5th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Valter Longo describes the pivotal role that IGF-1 plays in the proliferation of stem cells and the importance of consuming sufficient protein.

Dr. Longo’s top 5 biomarkers for longevity and biological age | Valter Longo

Posted on September 5th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Valter Longo highlights which biomarkers, both currently available and forthcoming, that he considers relevant when assessing longevity and biological age.

Fasting as an evolved mechanism for repair on internal organs | Valter Longo

Posted on September 5th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Valter Longo discusses how cellular repair mechanisms may have evolved during times of fasting, but are latent in times of food abundance.

How frequently should you do the Fasting Mimicking Diet? | Valter Longo

Posted on September 5th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Valter Longo explains how frequently the fasting-mimicking diet can be practiced and his hope that it may support sustained weight loss.

Dr. Longo discusses his book, The Longevity Diet | Valter Longo

Posted on September 5th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Valter Longo discusses his new book "The Longevity Diet" and how his fasting-mimicking diet can treat or prevent several age-related diseases.

Will lifestyle interventions be accepted as alternative treatments for depression? | Charles Raison

Posted on August 28th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Charles Raison discusses his belief that ancient practices are more likely than modern pharmacology to encourage resilience and stave off depression.

Exercise as a treatment for depression via suppression of inflammation. | Charles Raison

Posted on August 28th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Charles Raison explains how agents that interact with the immune system may play a subtle and complex role in depression.

Obesity, metabolic syndrome and depression, is inflammation the underlying link? | Charles Raison

Posted on August 28th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Charles Raison discusses how a pro-inflammatory environment, such as that which occurs with obesity, can contribute to the risk of depression.

The link between inflammation and depression | Charles Raison

Posted on August 28th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Charles Raison describes the convergence of data that is directing scientists to uncover the connection that exists between inflammation and depression.

The ‘Wild 5’ protocol to treat depression: exercise, diet, sleep, social connectivity & mindfulness

Posted on August 28th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Charles Raison describes the Wild 5 trackable wellness intervention and how it may be incorporated into the treatment of depression.

Blue light exposure and the importance of darkness at night as it related to depression

Posted on August 28th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Charles Raison discusses how exposure to light during the day and maintaining a dark environment at night, is important in depression management.

How changes in time are a stressor in bipolar disorder | Charles Raison

Posted on August 28th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Charles Raison describes how changes in time zones or sleep/wake patterns can be a stressor for individuals with bipolar disorder.

Meditation and running as methods to improve mood | Charles Raison

Posted on August 28th 2019 (over 4 years)

Dr. Charles Raison and Dr. Rhonda Patrick discuss the potential benefits of meditation and running to improve mood.

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