Can fasting and food timing hold the key to preventing Alzheimer's? In today's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Valter Longo, a pioneer in the field of fasting and longevity science and founder of The Create Cures Foundation. He is a biochemist and longevity researcher who leads groundbreaking work on aging, fasting-mimicking diets (FMD), and disease prevention.

Today, Dr. Longo shares his groundbreaking research on aging, how fasting influences brain health, and the real potential of FMD in preventing Alzheimer's and reversing certain aspects of the aging process.

If you're ready to explore a revolutionary approach to brain health and longevity, tune in and learn how you can incorporate fasting into your lifestyle for long-term cognitive benefits.

“Fasting probably has the most powerful changes that you can imagine in the brain… This is a challenge for you: Find something that will cause more gene expression changes in the brain than fasting–I doubt that you'll find it.” 

~ Dr. Valter Longo

In this Episode

03:38 - Dr. Longo's insights about amyloid in the brain

09:45 - Similarities and differences between exercise and fasting

11:05 - The science behind the fasting-mimicking Diet (FMD)

25:29 - Toxins and how they affect your health

31:42 - The role of personalized intervention in aging and Alzheimer's

33:50 - Caffeine and its impact on brain function

35:10 - Rapid-fire questions for Dr. Longo

37:30 - Is olive oil good for your health?

42:36 - An overrated trend in the anti-aging industry

44:21 - The future of Alzheimer's treatment

Resources:

- Top Supplements for Alzheimer's Guide - https://bit.ly/drjoshguide

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Disclaimer: Please remember that this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your doctor or healthcare professional before making any changes to your treatment plan.