The Metabolic Link: Exploring the Common Thread of Metabolism in Health and Disease

🔍Dr. Walter Longo has conducted groundbreaking research in the field of calorie restriction and the fasting mimicking diet.

⏳Fasting mimicking diets have been shown to increase stem cell production and enhance longevity.

🌽The combination of fasting mimicking diets and immunotherapy shows promise in making non-immunogenic cancers more immunogenic.

💊Fasting mimicking diets have the potential to reduce the need for diabetes and hypertension drugs in some patients.

🧪Vitamin C, when combined with fasting mimicking diets, can have a pro-oxidant effect on cancer cells, making them more susceptible to treatment.

What is the fasting mimicking diet?

—The fasting mimicking diet is a dietary protocol that provides the benefits of fasting while still allowing for some food intake. It has been shown to enhance longevity and improve health outcomes.

How do fasting mimicking diets work?

—Fasting mimicking diets work by mimicking the effects of fasting on the body, such as increasing autophagy, reducing inflammation, and promoting stem cell production.

Can fasting mimicking diets help with diabetes?

—Yes, fasting mimicking diets have been shown to reduce A1C levels and insulin resistance in patients with diabetes, leading to improved health outcomes.

Are fasting mimicking diets suitable for everyone?

—Fasting mimicking diets should be done under the guidance of a healthcare professional, as they may not be suitable for everyone, especially those with certain medical conditions or pregnancy.

What are some potential side effects of fasting mimicking diets?

—Common side effects of fasting mimicking diets include fatigue, dizziness, and irritability. It is important to listen to your body and make adjustments as needed during the diet.

00:00The Metabolic Link podcast explores the role of metabolism in health and disease.

02:10Dr. Walter Longo has conducted groundbreaking research in calorie restriction and the fasting mimicking diet.

06:09Fasting mimicking diets have been shown to increase stem cell production and enhance longevity.

12:58The combination of fasting mimicking diets and immunotherapy shows promise in making non-immunogenic cancers more immunogenic.

17:09Fasting mimicking diets have the potential to reduce the need for diabetes and hypertension drugs in some patients.