BEN BIKMAN a3 | AUTOPHAGY DECLINES w/ AGE …rapamycin may help, but lots of side effects

http://www.DoctorsToTrust.com @doctorstotrust presents episode 2477 | DR BEN BIKMAN w/Metabolic Classroom Autophagy and longevity: research and hype… -the control of chronic diseases helps us with longevity -research shows that autophagy effectiveness declines with age -inability of a cell to rid itself of damaged components, is aging Enhancing autophagy increases lifespan & healthspan in a handful of organisms in mice: genetic overexpression of ATG5 enhances autophagy— leading to expanded lifespan & improved muscle & brain health Rapamycin, mTOR inhibitor… mTOR is an important cellular protein complex that only wants to build up molecules [autophagy wants to break down] -when mTOR on, autophagy is off When rapamycin turns mTOR off, it turns autophagy on [check: https://youtu.be/Rriqri86jpw] to learn positives & negatives Rapamycin: all studies are on animal or insects… -in germ free, sterile facilities -nothing to affect the immune system -all organisms studied were all exactly the same Rapamycin may give immune system compromises & muscle recovery issues |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| doctorstotrust.com benbikman.com insuliniq.com hlthcode.com original video here: https://youtu.be/Er1MVXUOJh8?si=3QaerNdRZy4_QZ-U We do not use corruptible, epidemiological survey research as causal science. For each short/sharable video, the original Youtube links are provided above. None of this content is intended to be individual, personalized medical advice. We hope you find value for yourself in these videos & find them easy to share with loved ones! DISCLAIMER The DoctorsToTrust videos are for general informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.