517: How to Reduce Your Biological Age & Live Longer | Dr. Kara Fitzgerald

<p>Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: <a href= "https://bit.ly/517drkarafitzgerald" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://bit.ly/517drkarafitzgerald</a></p> <p>Dr. Kara Fitzgerald (IG: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/drkarafitzgerald/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">@drkarafitzgerald</a>) is engaged in clinical research on DNA methylation using a diet and lifestyle intervention developed in her virtual and in-person Functional Medicine clinic.</p> <p>She is the author of <a href="https://geni.us/SgY6" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Younger You</a>. This ground-breaking book details an 8-week study that resulted in a 3-year reversal of biological aging and the step-by-step program that will help you live better and longer.</p> <p>At the end of this conversation you’re going to have a good idea of what you need to do to start aging backwards - you don't want to miss it!</p> <p><strong>In this episode, we discuss:</strong></p> <ul> <li>What is methylation + why it matters</li> <li>DNA methylation controls gene expression</li> <li>B12 and folate influence DNA methylation</li> <li>The difference between folate vs. folic acid</li> <li>Avoiding folate overload</li> <li>The top methyl-donor foods</li> <li>Eating to reverse your biological age</li> <li>What are methylation adaptogens?</li> <li>Lactobacillus supports the production of folate</li> <li>Ketones influence gene expression</li> <li>Methylation testing recommendations</li> <li>The Mediterranean diet vs. the methylation diet for age reversal</li> <li>Comparing the age reversal study in men vs. women</li> <li>Who benefits from the Younger You Program?</li> <li>The evolution from Kara's initial study to study 2</li> <li>Vitamin D deficiency accelerates biological aging</li> <li>The Younger You Program has a vegetarian/vegan option</li> <li>Exercise has a massive influence on DNA methylation</li> <li>How much exercise do you need per week for longevity?</li> <li>Poor sleep is aging you</li> <li>The impact of stress on aging</li> <li>A meditation