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The Science Of Aging

The world's oldest person recently passed (as did Ireland's coincidentally) so in this week's epi...

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07.00 5 Sep 2024


The Science Of Aging



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07.00 5 Sep 2024


The world's oldest person recently passed (as did Ireland's coincidentally) so in this week's episode, Luke takes a look at the science behind longevity.

The research behind staying alive longer is being backed by some of the world's wealthiest tech giants such as Jeff Bezos who's goal is to investigate the possibility of 'reverse aging'. What role do the unique chracteristics of the naked naked mole rat play and the very real life lengthening properties of staying active.

He looks at the incredible effects of a healthy diet as well as the part your genes have to play.

So if you want to hit the century to get The Centenarian Bounty from the President make sure to listen very carefully!


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