How does FASTING affect your HEALTH?Ep.31

Join us in this episode as we delve into the intriguing topic of fasting and the fasting mimicking diet, and their profound impact on healthy lifespan. Our esteemed guest, Dr. Valter Longo, PhD in biochemistry and the Edna M. Jones Professor of Gerontology and Biological Sciences at the University of Southern California – Leonard Davis School of Gerontology, Los Angeles, shares invaluable insights from his extensive research at one of the foremost centers for aging and age-related disease studies. Dr. Longo, also serving as the Director of the Longevity and Cancer Program at the IFOM Institute of Molecular Oncology in Milan, Italy, brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Through this engaging discussion, we explore the mechanisms behind fasting's effects on longevity, the science of the fasting mimicking diet, and its potential implications for human health and disease prevention. Follow me on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctoref.rain/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/efrain.riverosperez This conversation was based on the following article: Reference: Longo VD, Panda S. Fasting, Circadian Rhythms, and Time-Restricted Feeding in Healthy Lifespan. Cell Metab. 2016 Jun 14;23(6):1048-1059. doi: 10.1016/j.cmet.2016.06.001. PMID: 27304506; PMCID: PMC5388543. Chapters: 00:00 Coming up 02:13 Introduction 03:54 Motivation to start researching the topic 05:08 The importance of the circadian cycle for nutrition 08:30 Types of fasting 15:46 What is the fasting mimicking diet 16:55 Molecular changes during fasting 21:36 How diet can reduce inflammation 26:22 Effects on sleep and improvement in adherence 29:03 The balance between the fed and fast states 32:04 Browning of fat 36:00 The main goal for people who want to be healthy Disclosure: The content of this podcast is purely academic in nature and is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The material discussed does not represent or reflect the views, opinions, or policies of the Medical College of Georgia, and the information presented should not be construed as medical advice or guidance. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions. I'd like to explicitly state that I have no endorsement from, affiliations with, or financial interests in any pharmaceutical companies or medical device manufacturers. Any mention of medications, devices, or treatments is made solely within the context of literature and academic discussion.