Can THIS Really Slow Human Aging? (Longevity Drug)
What if aging wasn’t just something that happens to us, but something science could actually slow down? That’s the question at the heart of today’s conversation with Dr. Matt Kaeberlein, who’s a leading scientist and longevity researcher at the University of Washington.
Dr. Kaeberlein has spent decades decoding the biology of aging, from cellular mechanisms to practical strategies that could extend not just how long we live, but how well we live. In this episode, we talked about surprising connections between aging and brain health, and looked into the research around lithium and Alzheimer’s to see what the latest science is telling us about extending healthspan.
It is an informative discussion on whether aging itself can be slowed or reversed. If you’re curious about how close we really are to changing the rules of aging, this could be worth a watch.
More on Dr. Kaeberlein:
Dr. Kaeberlein's research interests are focused on biological mechanisms of aging in order to facilitate translational interventions that promote healthspan and improve quality of life. He has published more than 200 scientific papers, has been recognized by several prestigious awards, and has Fellow status in the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the American Aging Association, and the Gerontological Society of America (GSA). Dr. Kaeberlein is currently the CEO of the American Aging Association and has served on the Board of Directors for the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB), AGE, and GSA. Dr. Kaeberlein is the founding Director of the UW Healthy Aging and Longevity Research Institute, the Director of the UW Nathan Shock Center of Excellence in the Basic Biology of Aging, Former Director of the Biological Mechanisms of Healthy Aging Training Program, and founder and co-Director of the Dog Aging Project.
Chapters
00:00 – Introduction & The Biology of Aging Across Species
10:57 – The Struggles of Change, GLP-1 Drugs & The Power of Sleep
14:33 – The Hallmarks of Aging
21:52 – Funding Issues
23:22 – The Truth About Anti-Aging Drugs
27:22 – Biological Age Testing
48:23 – Biomarkers, Advanced Testing & The Limits of Diagnostics
01:02:50 – Micronutrient Testing and Supplements
01:07:11 – NAD, Smarter Longevity Choices
01:18:05 – Lithium’s Secret Role in Aging and Memory Loss
01:27:00 – Foundations of Longevity
01:57:37 - Ovarian Aging
02:01:02 – Closing Thoughts & Where to Find the Guest
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