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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they speak with Dr. Dominic D’Agostino, Associate Professor at the University of South Florida and research scientist at the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC). Renowned for his work on metabolic therapies, Dr. D’Agostino has led pioneering research into how nutritional ketosis, fasting, and oxygen physiology can enhance human resilience—particularly in extreme environments like deep-sea diving and spaceflight.

With a unique focus on translational research, Dr. D’Agostino has studied the therapeutic potential of ketogenic diets and exogenous ketones...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they speak with Dr. Jens Juul Holst, the renowned Danish physiologist and co-discoverer of GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), one of the most significant hormones in metabolic disease research. A professor of medical physiology at the University of Copenhagen and former scientific director at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research, Dr. Holst has spent decades unraveling the gut’s intricate role in glucose metabolism and appetite regulation.

In this interview, Dr. Holst reflects on his journey from surgical training to groundbreaking en...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Brady Holmer, an exercise physiologist, researcher, and science communicator whose work bridges the gap between exercise science and public health. With a background in integrative physiology and cardiovascular research, Brady brings a rigorous yet accessible perspective to how physical activity shapes human health and longevity.

Brady completed his graduate work at the University of Florida, where he studied the effects of exercise on cardiovascular function and heart rate variability. His research has focused on VO₂ max, endurance physiology, and how tr...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Richard Miller, a distinguished physician-scientist and one of the most influential figures in aging research. As a Professor of Pathology at the University of Michigan and Director of the Paul F. Glenn Center for Aging Research, Dr. Miller has spent decades unraveling the cellular and molecular mechanisms that influence longevity and age-related diseases.

With MD and PhD degrees from Yale University and a career spanning institutions like Harvard, Sloan-Kettering, and Boston University, Dr. Miller brings unmatched depth and insight...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Thomas Dayspring, a renowned expert in clinical lipidology and a leading educator in cardiovascular risk assessment. With over 37 years of medical practice and decades of experience consulting on complex lipid disorders, Dr. Dayspring has been at the forefront of lipid and lipoprotein science. A Diplomate of both the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Clinical Lipidology, he has also served as Chief Scientific Officer at major cardiovascular laboratories and continues to educate virtually through Early Medical.

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Matt Kaeberlein, a leading biogerontologist and expert in the biology of aging. As the CEO of Optispan, Inc. and Co-Director of the Dog Aging Project, Dr. Kaeberlein has dedicated his career to understanding the mechanisms of aging and developing interventions to enhance healthspan and longevity in both humans and companion animals.

Dr. Matt Kaeberlein is a leading researcher in aging biology, dedicated to understanding the mechanisms of aging and developing interventions to extend healthspan. He is the...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Emeran Mayer, a world-renowned gastroenterologist, neuroscientist, and pioneer in the field of brain-gut microbiome research. As the Executive Director of the G. Oppenheimer Center for Neurobiology of Stress and Resilience at UCLA, Dr. Mayer has dedicated his career to uncovering the intricate connections between the gut, brain, and microbiome, reshaping our understanding of health and disease.

Early in his medical career, Dr. Mayer recognized a profound link between digestive disorders and mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Martin Moore-Ede, a pioneering scientist in circadian biology and a global expert on the health effects of light exposure. With over 40 years of groundbreaking research on circadian rhythms, Dr. Moore-Ede has transformed our understanding of sleep disorders, fatigue, and the links between artificial light exposure and chronic diseases such as diabetes and cancer.

A former professor at Harvard Medical School (1975–1998), Dr. Moore-Ede led the team that discovered the suprachiasmatic nucleus—the brain’s master biological clock that regulates sleep and wa...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Deanna Minich, a pioneering nutrition scientist, functional medicine practitioner, and author with over two decades of experience in academia, clinical practice, and the dietary supplement industry. With a Ph.D. in Medical Sciences (nutrition focus) from the University of Groningen and a Master’s in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Illinois at Chicago, Dr. Minich has dedicated her career to advancing holistic health and personalized nutrition.

Dr. Minich’s expertise spans nutrition science, phytonutrients, detoxification, and wome...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Christopher Labos, a cardiologist, epidemiologist, and acclaimed science communicator who bridges the gap between medicine and the public. With a medical degree and cardiology training from McGill University, along with a Master’s in Epidemiology, Dr. Labos has dedicated his career to patient care, research, and debunking medical myths through evidence-based communication.

Dr. Labos is a member of the Cardiovascular Prevention Centre at McGill University Health Centre, with research focusing on pre-eclampsia and over 40 peer-reviewed publications to his name. Be...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Edwin Lee, a pioneering endocrinologist, author, and global leader in regenerative and functional medicine. Board certified in Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, Dr. Lee is renowned for his groundbreaking work in hormonal balance and disease prevention. As the founder of the Institute for Hormonal Balance, he has dedicated his career to holistic health, blending conventional and alternative medicine to empower patients to achieve optimal wellness.

Dr. Lee serves as an Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at the University...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Joseph E. Pizzorno Jr., ND, a global pioneer in science-based natural and integrative medicine. As the founding president of Bastyr University, the first accredited, multidisciplinary university of natural medicine, Dr. Pizzorno has revolutionized the field, establishing its credibility through rigorous research, education, and advocacy. Appointed by Presidents Clinton and Bush to serve on national health policy committees, he has tirelessly championed complementary and alternative medicine in public health.

Dr. Pizzorno has authored numerous influential works, including the internationally acclaimed Textbook...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Monica Gandhi, a leading expert in HIV, infectious diseases, and global medicine. As Professor of Medicine and Associate Division Chief at UCSF/San Francisco General Hospital, Dr. Gandhi’s career has been dedicated to advancing public health, particularly in underserved communities. She is the Medical Director of the renowned HIV Clinic at Ward 86 and has pioneered research in low-cost solutions for HIV treatment and prevention.

With an M.D. from Harvard Medical School and a Master’s in Public Heal...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Kenneth Miller, an acclaimed journalist and editor with a distinguished career in science, medicine, and environmental reporting. Ken has reported from four continents for prominent publications including Time, Life, Esquire, Rolling Stone, Mother Jones, Salon, Discover, Aeon, and Elle. His latest book, Mapping the Darkness: The Visionary Scientists Who Unlocked the Mysteries of Sleep, was published in October 2023 by Hachette.

With a master's degree in journalism from Columbia University, where he was awarded the Pulitzer Traveling Fellowship, Ken has held...

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"This is a whirlwind overview of Functional Medicine by one of the pioneers of this field."

Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Robert Rountree, a distinguished expert in integrative medicine with a career spanning over four decades. Dr. Rountree earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine at Chapel Hill, followed by a three-year residency in family and community medicine at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Pennsylvania. He is certified by the American Board of Family Practice and...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Kathleen Finlay, a prominent leader in sustainable agriculture and women's empowerment. As the president of the Glenwood Center for Regional Food and Farming and founder of Plato's, a national network of women changemakers, Finlay has made significant strides in promoting regional food systems and empowering historically marginalized communities. With her extensive experience in nonprofit leadership and network building, Finlay is dedicated to fostering innovation and resilience in food and farming.

Previously, Kathleen directed Harvard’s Center for Health and the Gl...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they delve into the intricate world of cholesterol and lipid management. Dr. Campanile, a renowned expert in lipidology and longevity medicine, shares his extensive knowledge on cholesterol's role in our health, the importance of advanced lipid testing, and the latest in cardiovascular risk assessment.

Dr. Giovanni Campanile is a leading authority in lipidology and longevity medicine, with a deep expertise in the intricate dynamics of cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and apolipoproteins. His work has significantly impacted the understanding of cardiovascular risk and the...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview David Bradley Allison, an eminent obesity researcher, biostatistician, and psychologist whose groundbreaking work has shaped the field of public health. As the dean of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington, Allison has led significant advancements in obesity research and nutrition, previously holding esteemed positions at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

David B. Allison, the Dean and Provost Professor at the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington, is a leading figure in obesity research, biostatistics, and psychology. Holding a...

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Almost half of the U.S. population is deficient in Vitamin D. This could be caused for various reasons such as pollution, use of sunscreen or even just spending large portions of time indoors. It is important to get plenty of sunlight and to periodically measure your Vitamin D levels.

Vitamin D helps with lots of things such as fighting disease. It may reduce the risk of Multiple Sclerosis. It decreases the chance of high blood pressure and heart disease. It reduces the likelihood of illnesses. 

During Covid, taking vi...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Marion Nestle, a trailblazing academic leader and author whose work has significantly influenced food policy. With a distinguished career spanning decades, Nestle has unraveled the intricacies of food politics and nutrition, shedding light on the influence of the food industry on public health.

Marion Nestle, the Paulette Goddard Professor Emerita of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health at New York University, is renowned for her groundbreaking work in unraveling the complexities of food politics and nutrition. With a Ph.D...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Agapi Stassinopoulos, a Transformational Speaker and Best-Selling Author who has spoken at  L'Oreal, ABC Carpet & Home, Women’s Health Magazine, IBM Watson, Pandora Radio, CVS Corporate, Weight Watchers, PepsiCo, Google, Nike, and Starbucks.

In Agapi's newest book, "Wake Up to the Joy of You: 52 Meditations and Practices for a Calmer, Happier Life", she inspires readers to let go of what doesn’t work and instead create the lives they really want. Agapi was trained in London at the Royal Academy of Dr...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Nir Barzilai, a distinguished figure in aging research, currently serving as the Director of the Institute for Aging Research at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Holding the prestigious Ingeborg and Ira Leon Rennert Chair of Aging Research, he is also a chaired Professor in the Departments of Medicine and Genetics, playing a pivotal role in advancing the understanding of the biology and genetics of aging.

One major focus of Dr. Barzilai's research is on exceptional longevity, where he...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Anupam B. Jena, a leading economist, physician, and Joseph P. Newhouse Professor at Harvard. 

Dr. Anupam B. Jena, MD, PhD, co-authored the influential book "RANDOM ACTS OF MEDICINE" and hosts the insightful Freakonomics, MD podcast, delving into the hidden aspects of healthcare. Dr. Jena's impactful research in health economics and policy spans diverse areas, from natural experiments in healthcare to the economics of medical innovation. Graduating Phi Beta Kappa from MIT and earning both an MD and PhD i...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Mark Bittman, the author of 30 books, including the How to Cook Everything series and the #1 New York Times bestseller VB6: Eat Vegan Before 6:00 to Lose Weight and Restore Your Health . . . for Good. He was a food journalist and columnist, opinion columnist, and the lead magazine food writer at the New York Times, where he started writing in 1984 and stayed for 30 years. 

Bittman has starred in four television series, including Showtime’s Emmy-winning Years of Living Dangerously. He is a longtime TOD...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Dean Ornish, a distinguished physician, researcher, and advocate for preventing and reversing heart disease through lifestyle changes.

Dr. Dean Ornish is a distinguished American physician, researcher, and advocate for preventing and reversing heart disease through lifestyle changes. He's the president and founder of the nonprofit Preventive Medicine Research Institute and a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco. Ornish's approach combines a plant-based diet, exercise, stress management, and support groups, with his "Program for Reversing...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Raj Patel, a distinguished author, filmmaker, and academic with a wealth of experience in diverse fields. 

Raj Patel, holds a Research Professor position at the University of Texas, Austin. He earned degrees from the University of Oxford, the London School of Economics, and Cornell University. With experience at the World Bank and WTO, he's testified on global food crisis causes for US, UK, and EU governments and is a member of the International Panel of Experts on Sustainable Food Systems. H...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Richard Peet, J.D., Ph.D., who has more than 30 years experience in cross-functional scientific, legal and business leadership roles spanning research operations, intellectual property strategy and business development in the life sciences industry. He is an entrepreneurial-minded scientist, inventor, lawyer and business leader with material involvement in multiple successful investor exits.

Some topics that will be covered today but are not limited to are Fecal Transplantation, Prebiotics, Short Chain Fatty Acids, Leaky Gut, Ultra Processed Foods, Endotoxins, Polyphenols and...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Milene Brownlow, M.S., Ph.D., a health scientist with a focus on Nutritional Neuroscience.

Dr. Brownlow earned her Ph.D. in medical science with a concentration in Neural Science from the University of South Florida where she studied the role of diet induced ketosis and calorie restriction on Alzheimer's Pathology. She was awarded a Post Doctoral Fellowship to investigate nutritional approaches to optimizing brain health and cognitive performance at the Air Force Research Laboratory, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Mimi Guarneri, MD., a board-certified physician in Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, and Integrative Holistic Medicine.

As a recognized leader in Integrative Medicine, she founded The Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine and served on the Founding Board of the American Board Physician Specialties in Integrative Medicine. Dr. Guarneri's distinguished career includes serving as a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of California, San Diego, and as the Medical Director of the Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine for 15 years...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Michael Snyder, Ph.D., a distinguished genomics and personalized medicine expert, and the Chair of the Dept. of Genetics at Stanford University School of Medicine.

Michael Snyder, Ph.D., is the Chair of the Dept. of Genetics at Stanford University School of Medicine since 2009. He is also the Director of the Center for Genomics and Personalized Medicine. With a background in Chemistry and Biology, he has made significant contributions to the field of genomics and proteomics. His lab, the Snyder...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Jed Fahey ScD, a nutritional biochemist with broad training and extensive background in plant physiology, human nutrition, phytochemistry and nutritional biochemistry.

His research addresses the induction by phytochemicals, of cytoprotective, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant responses in mammalian systems. This work draws on elements of natural product chemistry, enzymology, nutritional epidemiology and clinical research to develop nutritional strategies for chronic disease prevention in humans. Many of these studies deal with the glucosinolates and isothiocyanates that are found primarily in cruciferous vegetables...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Stephen Devries, a preventive cardiologist and Executive Director of the Gaples Institute, an educational nonprofit with the mission of advancing the role of nutrition and lifestyle in medicine. Dr. Devries has also been appointed Adjunct Associate Professor of Nutrition in the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

In his primary role as Executive Director of the nonprofit Gaples Institute, Dr. Devries is the course director for a condensed online nutrition course for health professionals—a groundbreaking educational to...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Nathan S. Bryan, Ph.D., a successful entrepreneur who has commercialized his nitric oxide technology through the formation of Human, to the Power of N, Inc (formerly Neogenis Labs) where he is a Founder and inventor.

Specifically, Dr. Bryan was the first to describe nitrite and nitrate as indispensable nutrients required for optimal cardiovascular health.  He was the first to demonstrate and discover an endocrine function of nitric oxide via the formation of S-nitrosoglutathione and inorganic nitrite.  Through the drug di...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Rob Besner, PScD., a Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer of Therasage, as well as a health and wellness advocate.

Therasage was founded to help manage and overcome Chronic Lyme Disease using natural, healthful regimens such as infrared technology and negative ions. Therasage offers easy-to-use and affordable products made with natural earth elements like jade and tourmaline to enhance deep penetrating infrared and generate negative ions. Their products are designed to address the benefits of nature and bring the positive forces...

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Some highlights of this episode will include Depression and Anxiety.

Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Admiral Richard Childs, M.D., a Clinical Director at the NIH Institute who is also known for being appointed as Assistant United States Surgeon General Rear Admiral (2nd star-Upper Half) Commissioned Corps of the United States Public Health Service. Some of their professional accomplishments include:

Professional Accomplishments
Senior investigator at the NHLBI for more than 25 years conducting first-in-human research in the field of experimental allogeneic hematopoietic stem...

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Some highlights of this episode will include Lifestyle Risk Factors for Cancer, Stress, Radiation, Inflammation and Cytokines. 

Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Admiral Richard Childs, M.D., a Clinical Director at the NIH Institute who is also known for being appointed as Assistant United States Surgeon General Rear Admiral (2nd star-Upper Half) Commissioned Corps of the United States Public Health Service. Some of their professional accomplishments include:

Professional Accomplishments
Senior investigator at the NHLBI for more than 25 years conducting first-in-human research in t...

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Some highlights of this episode will include Immunotherapy, Viral Fossils, Solid Tumors, and Apoptosis.

Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Admiral Richard Childs, M.D., a Clinical Director at the NIH Institute who is also known for being appointed as Assistant United States Surgeon General Rear Admiral (2nd star-Upper Half) Commissioned Corps of the United States Public Health Service. Some of their professional accomplishments include:

Professional Accomplishments
Senior investigator at the NHLBI for more than 25 years conducting first-in-human research in the field of...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Valter Longo, an Italian-American biogerontologist and cell biologist known for his studies on the role of fasting and nutrient response genes on cellular protection aging and diseases as well as for proposing that longevity is regulated by similar genes and mechanisms in many eukaryotes. Professor Longo’s core objectives are: to offer treatment and other health services to patients with serious diseases and to those who seek to halt the onset of such diseases; to educate the public—both adults and yout...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Valter Longo, an Italian-American biogerontologist and cell biologist known for his studies on the role of fasting and nutrient response genes on cellular protection aging and diseases as well as for proposing that longevity is regulated by similar genes and mechanisms in many eukaryotes. Professor Longo’s core objectives are: to offer treatment and other health services to patients with serious diseases and to those who seek to halt the onset of such diseases; to educate the public—both adults and yout...

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Join Dr. Sandra Cammarata and Dr. Giovanni Campanile as they interview Dr. Valter Longo, an Italian-American biogerontologist and cell biologist known for his studies on the role of fasting and nutrient response genes on cellular protection aging and diseases as well as for proposing that longevity is regulated by similar genes and mechanisms in many eukaryotes. Professor Longo’s core objectives are: to offer treatment and other health services to patients with serious diseases and to those who seek to halt the onset of such diseases; to educate the public—both adults and yout...