In part one I gave a basic overview of autophagy and if you missed that blog you can read it here. Before I jump into part two, let me provide a quick recap of part one. We learned that autophagy …
The Information Theory of Aging – Part 2
In part one (click here for part 1) I explained how aging may occur due to information in the epigenome being lost. This means that genes that are meant to be packed tightly away (silenced) become exposed. Once exposed, genes …
The Information Theory of Aging – Part 1
Have you ever really thought about why we age? Why do we turn grey and frail? Why don’t we just look the same as we do when we are in our 20s? Is it in our genes? Are we just …
FOXO transcription factors part 2
In part one I talked about the different classes of the FOX protein family. I also described how FOXO proteins are transcriptional regulators that orchestrate programmes of targeted healthy longevity genes. Click here for part 1. Now let’s talk about …
Four ways to hack your genes and extend your healthspan
Most of us want to live a long life – but not at the cost of living poorly. When I’m ‘old’, I want to to be independent, active and fit. I’d also take a sharp mind and a body free …
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FOXO Transcription Factors Part 1
So I’m sure you’ve made the connection my brand name ‘Foxo Health’ and longevity. Along with Foxo’s association to longevity, I picked the name ‘Foxo Health’ because it is easy to remember, easy to spell and the dot com was …
NAD+ is your most important longevity molecule. Boost it with fasting and exercise
It’s a bold title, I know. However, NAD+ is arguably the most important longevity molecule because it’s required for so many longevity pathways. Its an enabler. What is it? It stands for Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide. It’s an enzymatic co-factor enabling …
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Like your salt? Drink plenty of water
We’ve all heard about the dangers of eating too much salt. Too much salt gives us high blood pressure, and high blood pressure increases the risk of heart failure or stroke. The solution? Eat less salt. Well, it turns out …
Autophagy Explained Part 1 (Autophagy Heroes)
Get excited. In this three part series, I’ll be talking all about the power of autophagy; something we may be able to use to help keep us young and healthy. In this blog, part one, I talk about what autophagy actually …
Red light therapy for younger looking skin
Red light therapy, like Hansel, is so hot right now. With celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow and Jessica Alba advocating its skin care benefits, its a small wonder its been gaining so much momentum. What is red light therapy? Its basically …
Could Inflammation cause Depression?
What causes depression? I think the common-sense answer is; the negative events in our life. Too much stress, things going wrong, regret, relationships, illness – the list goes on. However, it does seem that some of us are more susceptible …
