Episode 138: How Not to Age with Dr. Michael Greger

In this episode of the Visibly Fit Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Michael Greger, a renowned physician, New York Times bestselling author, and speaker on nutrition. Dr. Greger shared insights from his latest book, "How Not to Age," focusing on practical solutions for healthy aging. We delved into various topics related to nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle modifications to promote longevity.Dr. Greger emphasized the importance of centering diets around whole plant foods, highlighting the benefits of minimizing processed foods and animal products. He debunked myths surrounding the carnivore diet and emphasized the scientific evidence supporting a plant-based diet for longevity and overall health.Chapters[00:00] - Introduction to Aging and Diet[05:30] - Importance of Diet in Longevity[10:02] - Genetics and Longevity[16:31] - Protein Intake and Aging[20:38] - Mindset and Aging[22:25] - Surprising Discoveries in Anti-Aging Research[23:34] - Discussion on Lectins[26:19] - Olive Oil and Anti-Aging[27:31] - Impact of Sleep on Longevity[30:26] - Dr. Greger's Philanthropic Work[31:31] - Conclusion and Call to ActionResources mentioned:NutritionFacts.org WebsiteHow Not To AgeConnect with today's guest:A founding member and Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, Michael Greger, M.D., is a physician and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition. His science-based nonprofit, NutritionFacts.org, offers a free online portal hosting more than 2,000 videos and articles on myriad health topics. Dr. Greger is a sought-after lecturer and has presented at the Conference on World Affairs and the World Bank, testified before Congress, and was invited as an expert witness in Oprah Winfrey’s defense in the infamous “meat defamation” trial. A graduate of Cornell University School of Agriculture and Tufts University School of Medicine, Dr. Greger is also an acclaimed author. How Not to Die, The How Not to Die Cookbook, How Not to Diet, and How Not to Age became instant New York Times Best Sellers. More than a million copies of How Not to Die have been sold. All proceeds Dr. Greger receives from the sales of his books and speaking honoraria are donated directly to charity.P.S. If you're just checking out the show to see if it's a good fit for you, welcome!If you're really serious about becoming Visibly Fit, you'll get the best experience if you download the worksheets available at https://wendiepett.com/visiblyfitpodcast.