Livelong Media sits down with renowned author and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Vonda Wright to discuss the importance of diet and exercise in maintaining health as we age.
Dr. Wright’s emphasis on the need for a mindset shift regarding aging, the role of chronic exercise in preserving muscle and bone density, and the impact of nutrition on cellular health places Dr. Wright at the forefront of longevity science and research.
In part 2 of the episode, Dr. Vonda Wright discusses the critical role of estrogen in women's health and longevity, emphasizing its importance in maintaining muscle mass, bone density, and overall well-being. She challenges societal narratives around aging, advocating for a more empowering view of women's health. Dr. Wright highlights the significance of bone health throughout a woman's life, particularly during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and addresses the impact of hormone replacement therapy.
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Some insightful takeaways…
- Longevity is about living actively and independently.
- Chronic exercise can preserve muscle mass and bone density.
- Cellular senescence contributes to rapid aging.
- Nutrition impacts mitochondrial health and energy production.
- Estrogen is crucial for women's longevity and health.
- Men also need to monitor testosterone levels as they age.
- - 0Breastfeeding can lead to significant bone density loss if not managed properly.
- One in two women will experience a fracture due to osteoporosis in their lifetime.
- Hormone replacement therapy can play a key role in maintaining bone health.
- Women should make health choices based on data rather than fear.
Dr. Wright references several studies in this episode. Want to go deeper?
“Chronic exercise preserves lean muscle mass in masters athletes” by Andrew P Wroblewski, Francesca Amati, Mark A Smiley, Bret Goodpaster, Vonda Wright
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22030953/
What is the Krebs cycle? In short, it's the biochemical reaction that takes place in to release the energy in nutrients. Learn more here:
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