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David Sinclair is a professor of genetics at Harvard Medical School and the founder of the Sinclair Lab. He’s the author of the bestselling book Lifespan: Why We Age—and Why We Don’t Have To, as well as a founder of several biotech companies. #bestsellingbook #biotechnology #genetics

Auren and David discuss the potential to expand the average human lifespan by decades. David challenges traditional notions of aging and emphasizes the need to embrace new technologies. They also discuss the benefits and drawbacks of standard anti-aging practices like interval training, fasting, and stress reduction.

David shares his thoughts on what longevity medicines and supplements are most beneficial, and how to talk to your doctor about them. He breaks down which health metrics to monitor in treating and preventing aging. Overall, David offers an incredibly optimistic vision for what the future of aging could look like, and the science it will take to get there.

0:00 Intro
00:48 Do we have to age?
15:00 Why modern life is aging us
18:07 Biology of interval training
20:46 NMN + anti aging supplements + side effects
35:05 Why people have a negative reaction to life extension
36:55 Key health metrics
40:27 Starting biotech companies
47:28 David’s take for common bad advice

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You can find Auren Hoffman on Twitter at @auren and David Sinclair on Twitter at @davidasinclair.