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Diet is the single biggest longevity lever most people can pull. This section separates the mechanisms that work from the fads that don't.

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24 articles

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Fasting-Mimicking Diet
Exploring the Fasting-Mimicking Diet: Insights from Valter Longo's Protocol

The Fasting-Mimicking Diet (FMD) developed by Valter Longo offers a novel approach to reap the benefits of fasting without complete food deprivation. This article delves into the 5-day protocol, its scientific backing, and potential health benefits.

Apr 11, 2026 · 7 min
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Fasting-Mimicking Diet
Exploring the Fasting-Mimicking Diet: A 5-Day Protocol for Longevity

The Fasting-Mimicking Diet (FMD), developed by Valter Longo, aims to mimic the effects of fasting while allowing for limited food intake. This evidence-based approach has emerged as a promising intervention for promoting health and longevity.

Apr 11, 2026 · 7 min
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Fasting-Mimicking Diet
Exploring the Fasting-Mimicking Diet: Insights from Valter Longo's Protocol

The Fasting-Mimicking Diet (FMD) developed by Valter Longo offers a unique approach to nutrition that mimics fasting while providing essential nutrients. This article delves into the science behind the FMD, its potential benefits for longevity, and the evidence supporting its use in health interventions.

Apr 11, 2026 · 7 min
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Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean Diet: A Proven Path to Longevity

The Mediterranean diet is widely recognized for its health benefits, particularly in promoting longevity. This article explores the evidence supporting this dietary pattern and its impact on life expectancy and overall health.

Apr 11, 2026 · 7 min
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Protein & Aging
The Protein-Aging Debate: mTOR, Sarcopenia, and Longevity

Exploring the relationship between protein intake, the mTOR pathway, and aging-related muscle loss. This article delves into evidence-based insights on how protein affects longevity and sarcopenia.

Apr 11, 2026 · 6 min
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Blue Zones
Unveiling the Secrets of Blue Zones: What Centenarians Share and Don't

Blue Zones are regions where people live significantly longer than average. This article explores the commonalities and differences among these longevity hotspots, shedding light on their dietary habits and lifestyle choices.

Apr 11, 2026 · 8 min
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Blue Zones
Exploring Blue Zones: Common Traits of Centenarian Hotspots

Blue Zones are regions where people live significantly longer lives. This article explores the shared traits of these areas and highlights their unique cultural practices and dietary habits that contribute to longevity.

Apr 11, 2026 · 5 min
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Autophagy & Fasting
Understanding Fasting: The Science of Cellular Recycling Through Autophagy

Fasting triggers a vital process known as autophagy, which plays a crucial role in cellular recycling. This article explores the mechanisms of autophagy during fasting, its implications for longevity, and the current evidence supporting these claims.

Apr 11, 2026 · 8 min
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Caloric Restriction
Caloric restriction: the most robust lifespan intervention in animals

An evidence-based look at Caloric restriction: the most robust lifespan intervention in animals as part of our Caloric Restriction guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 26, 2025 · 8 min
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Caloric Restriction
CALERIE: the landmark human CR trial, explained

An evidence-based look at CALERIE: the landmark human CR trial, explained as part of our Caloric Restriction guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 24, 2025 · 9 min
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Caloric Restriction
Is long-term caloric restriction sustainable?

An evidence-based look at Is long-term caloric restriction sustainable as part of our Caloric Restriction guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 22, 2025 · 5 min
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Time-Restricted Eating
Time-restricted eating: what the human trials show

An evidence-based look at Time-restricted eating: what the human trials show as part of our Time-Restricted Eating guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 20, 2025 · 6 min
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Time-Restricted Eating
16:8 vs 14:10 vs 12:12: which window matters?

An evidence-based look at 16:8 vs 14:10 vs 12:12: which window matters as part of our Time-Restricted Eating guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 18, 2025 · 7 min
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Time-Restricted Eating
The TRE-longevity case, graded on evidence

An evidence-based look at The TRE-longevity case, graded on evidence as part of our Time-Restricted Eating guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 16, 2025 · 8 min
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Fasting-Mimicking Diet
The fasting-mimicking diet (FMD), explained

An evidence-based look at The fasting-mimicking diet (FMD), explained as part of our Fasting-Mimicking Diet guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 14, 2025 · 9 min
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Fasting-Mimicking Diet
FMD vs water fasting: what the research says

An evidence-based look at FMD vs water fasting: what the research says as part of our Fasting-Mimicking Diet guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 12, 2025 · 5 min
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Fasting-Mimicking Diet
Valter Longo's 5-day FMD protocol

An evidence-based look at Valter Longo's 5-day FMD protocol as part of our Fasting-Mimicking Diet guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 10, 2025 · 6 min
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Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet: the best-evidenced longevity pattern

An evidence-based look at The Mediterranean diet: the best-evidenced longevity pattern as part of our Mediterranean Diet guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 8, 2025 · 7 min
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Mediterranean Diet
PREDIMED and the landmark Mediterranean trial

An evidence-based look at PREDIMED and the landmark Mediterranean trial as part of our Mediterranean Diet guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 6, 2025 · 8 min
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Mediterranean Diet
Adapting the Mediterranean diet outside the Mediterranean

An evidence-based look at Adapting the Mediterranean diet outside the Mediterranean as part of our Mediterranean Diet guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 4, 2025 · 9 min
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Protein & Aging
Protein and aging: mTOR, sarcopenia and the debate

An evidence-based look at Protein and aging: mTOR, sarcopenia and the debate as part of our Protein & Aging guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Sep 2, 2025 · 5 min
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Protein & Aging
How much protein do older adults actually need?

An evidence-based look at How much protein do older adults actually need as part of our Protein & Aging guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Aug 31, 2025 · 6 min
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Protein & Aging
Animal vs plant protein for longevity

An evidence-based look at Animal vs plant protein for longevity as part of our Protein & Aging guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Aug 29, 2025 · 7 min
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Blue Zones
Blue Zones: what the centenarian hotspots really share

An evidence-based look at Blue Zones: what the centenarian hotspots really share as part of our Blue Zones guide in Nutrition & Fasting. What the human research actually shows, the strongest mechanistic case, and what it means for healthspan.

Aug 27, 2025 · 8 min

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