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What if one of the most powerful influences on your health, your hormones, and even your longevity was something you rarely think about—your posture? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch explores the profound connection between structural alignment and the biological systems that govern how we age. Joined by scoliosis specialist and spinal health expert Dr. Mark Morningstar, this conversation uncovers the science behind how chronic postural distortions—like forward head posture and slouching—can reduce lung capacity, alter nervous system balance, and disrupt stress hormone regulation. These subtle but persistent changes can contribute to fatigue, anxiety, reduced resilience, and long-term decline.  This episode reframes posture from a cosmetic concern into a critical pillar of healthy aging. You will learn how spinal motion influences brain function, why breathing patterns are central to longevity, and how simple daily habits can shift your body from chronic stress into a state of balance and vitality. Dr. Mark Morningstar is a scoliosis specialist, researcher, and educator affiliated with Back Genius, a network dedicated to evidence-based, whole-body spinal care. A graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic, he is triple board certified in clinical nutrition, spine care, and integrative medicine. With over two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Morningstar focuses on complex spinal and neurological conditions, including scoliosis and chronic pain syndromes. Episode Timeline 00:00 — Posture as a hidden driver of health 02:30 — Why posture is more than cosmetic 04:10 — Dr. Morningstar's journey into scoliosis care 09:50 — The multifactorial nature of scoliosis 12:10 — Forward head posture and breathing capacity 14:20 — Posture and stress hormones 16:00 — Autopilot vs conscious posture control 17:20 — Standing desks and movement awareness 20:30 — Vagus nerve and parasympathetic function 24:00 — Breathing patterns and anxiety 25:30 — Vagus nerve activation techniques 29:10 — Posture and longevity 31:00 — Movement and dancing 32:10 — Early warning signs of poor posture 34:10 — One key action for better posture 37:00 — Final thoughts on daily habits Links for Dr. Morningstar FB: facebook.com/backgenius IG: dr.mark.morningstar LI:  www.linkedin.com/in/mark-morningstar-dc-phd-facsp-dacbn-chs-a4085415 YT: @scoliosisworld Call to Action Download : Ten Tips to Build A Better Body 2026.  Find "Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracfully and the Art of Retiring Comfortably" at www.gillianlockitch.com (North America) or on Kindle Subscribe to Growing Older Living Younger on your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to help others discover the show Join the Growing Older Living Younger Community  Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch at https://www.askdrgill.com/ or email: [email protected] to schedule a one-on-one zoom or phone call

Flashback Friday's  EPISODE 176 of GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on a vital topic for all who want to age in good health, namely preventing falls, and potential fractures. Falls are a leading cause of injury, disability and loss of independence among seniors, often resulting in fractures, hospitalizations and long term health complications. Maintaining mobility and preventing falls is absolutely key to promoting a healthier, independent form of aging. My guest today is Dr Wayne Gradman, author of The Fall Guy, How to Keep Gravity from Ruining your Day. Dr Gradman obtained his MD from Harvard Medical School, followed by postgraduate work, interrupted by military service, at UCLA and Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. His private practice was in vascular surgery. He has been married for 52 years, and credits his wife for a very  practical point, The 20-Foot Rule. 0:01 Introduction and Overview of the Podcast 2:17 Introduction of Dr. Wayne Gradman 3:54 Intrinsic and Extrinsic Fall Factors 8:48 Personal Experiences and Practical Tips 9:05 Practical Tips for Preventing Falls 14:18 Home Safety and Bathroom Precautions 18:27 Stairs and Banisters 22:09 Outdoor Safety and Exercise 29:00 Exercise for Fall Prevention 33:31 Key Takeaways and Conclusion Contact Dr. Lockitch ar [email protected] Check out the website for Dr. Gradman https://wgradman.com And if you have not already done so, please follow, rate and review this Growing Older Living Younger podcast.

Have you ever stepped on a scale and questioned whether the numbers truly reflect what is happening inside your body? In this episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with nutrition expert Cheryl McColgan to unpack the confusion around body composition data, wearable devices, and the science behind tracking your health as you age. Together, they explore how to interpret trends rather than obsess over absolute numbers, and how lifestyle habits like sleep, stress management, and nutrition influence the data we see. This conversation empowers listeners to use technology wisely while focusing on the foundational habits that support vibrant, healthy aging. Cheryl McColgan is an author, coach, and the founder of Heal Nourish Grow, a wellness platform focused on nutrition, metabolic health, and sustainable lifestyle practices. With over 25 years of experience in psychology, addiction studies, fitness, yoga, and nutrition, Cheryl brings a multidisciplinary approach to health optimization. She is also the host of the Heal Nourish Grow podcast and has authored multiple books on keto nutrition and fat loss. At age 52, she became a competitive bodybuilder, demonstrating her commitment to strength, longevity, and aging powerfully.  Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Welcome and introduction  00:30 – A personal story of unexplained weight gain  Dr. Gillian shares her experience with atrial fibrillation, weight gain, and confusion over body composition data  06:35 – Cheryl's journey into health, nutrition, and bodybuilding  From early exposure to fitness to becoming a competitor in her 50s  10:48 – Can we trust wearable and scale data?  Why body composition devices vary and how to approach their accuracy  12:27 – The problem with body fat readings  Why scales may underestimate fat and how algorithms affect results  16:08 – Hydration, inflammation, and measurement variability  How fluid shifts, illness, and exercise impact bioimpedance readings  18:46 – Daily vs weekly tracking  Why trends over time matter more than isolated measurements  21:38 – How wearables measure stress, sleep, and recovery  Understanding HRV, skin signals, and algorithm-driven insights  24:16 – Are we becoming obsessed with health data?  Balancing measurement with mindset and wellbeing  29:04 – The most important habits for healthy aging  Sleep, stress management, and aligning exercise with life demands  31:32 – Rethinking productivity and rest  The importance of giving yourself permission to recover  33:18 – Keto, metabolic health, and personalized nutrition  Cheryl's journey from vegetarian to keto and evolving dietary flexibility  36:58 – Final reflections and practical takeaways  Using tools wisely while focusing on foundational health behaviors  Call to Action: Download Guide to nature's Colourful Antioxidants Find "Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and the Art of Retiring Comfortably" at www.gillianlockitch.com  (N.America only)  Subscribe to Growing Older Living Younger on your favorite podcast platform and leave a 5 star review to help others discover the show.   Join the Growing Older Living Younger Community  Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch at https://www.askdrgill.com/ or email: [email protected] to book a one-on-one call.  Learn more about Cheryl's work at https://healnourishgrow.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/healnourishgrow Twitter: https://twitter.com/healnourishgrow Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/healnourishgrow YouTube: https://youtube.com/healnourishgrow Facebook: https://facebook.com/healnourishgrow    

THIS FLASHBACK FRIDAY EPISODE 132 OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on understanding how our unique internal circadian rhythms, derived from interaction of genotype with environment, define our chronotype, which can help us optimize the times at which we should sleep, eat, exercise, interact with others and much more.  Today's Featured Expert is Dr. Michael Breus, Clinical Psychologist, diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine, and a fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Dr. Breus is the author of The Power of When, a biohacking guidebook showing that, based on your genetic, biological chronotype, there is an optimal time to do everything from eating to exercising, to even asking for a raise. He is the author of two other books, focusing on sleep, The Sleep Doctors Four Week Program to Better Sleep and Better Health, and The Sleep Doctor's Diet Plan. Known as the Sleep Doctor, Dr. Breus is recognised  for his characterization of 4 chronotypes, Lion, Bear, Wolf and Dolphin. Episode Timeline: 0.11 Intro to Sleep medicine and chronobiology 5:41 Genetics, time zones and personality traits 10:20 Circadian science and biological clocks. 21:06  Sleep disturbances and muscle cramps 26:55  Sleep apnea and its impact on daily life. 32:57 A Sleep Doctor's approach to Aging, Wellness and Genetics About this episode's Featured Expert: Dr. Michael Breus Website: www.sleepdoctor.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesleepdoctor/ About  Your Host: Dr. Gillian Lockitch Download your free Guide to Living Younger Longer.  Schedule a free Discovery Call with Dr. Gill Email  Dr. Gill at [email protected] About  Your Host: Dr. Gillian Lockitch website: https://www.askdrgill.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gillian.lockitch/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/growingolderlivingyounger Order Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and the Art of Retiring Comfortably And if you have not already done so, please follow, rate and review the podcast Growing Older Living Younger.

Bone density loss and osteoporosis are among the biggest threats to independence after 50. In this episode, bone health expert Kyle Zagrodzky explains the science of bone remodeling, skeletal strength, fracture prevention, and how mechanical loading can help build stronger bones as we age. Bone health is often overlooked until a fracture occurs, yet skeletal strength is one of the most important factors determining mobility as we age. In this episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with Kyle about how modern lifestyles contribute to declining bone density and muscle strength across generations, and why traditional approaches to bone health often miss a crucial biological trigger. The conversation explores practical strategies for strengthening bone, improving balance, and reducing fracture risk so that listeners can remain active, resilient, and independent throughout later life. Kyle Zagrodzky is the Founder and CEO of OsteoStrong, an international wellness franchise dedicated to improving skeletal health and preventing fractures through science-based conditioning protocols. A seasoned entrepreneur with more than three decades of experience building high-performance companies, he shifted his focus toward bone health in 2012 after discovering breakthrough bone density technology developed by inventor Dr. John Jaquish. Today OsteoStrong operates in more than 200 locations across multiple countries and serves hundreds of thousands of members seeking stronger bones, better balance, and improved musculoskeletal health. Kyle also hosted the Unbreakable Me podcast and is a leading advocate for proactive skeletal health as a central pillar of longevity. Episode Timeline 00:00 – Welcome and introduction Dr. Gillian Lockitch introduces the episode and highlights why bone health is essential for maintaining independence, mobility, and an active lifestyle as we age. 00:30 – Why bone health is often overlooked Dr. Lockitch explains how bone loss develops silently, particularly during menopause and aging, and why strengthening the skeletal system is critical for healthy longevity. 04:57 – Kyle Zagrodzky's entrepreneurial journey Kyle shares his background as a bootstrap entrepreneur, his experience in the fitness industry, and the turning point that led him to focus on bone health innovation. 06:30 – Discovering breakthrough bone density technology Kyle describes meeting scientist Dr. John Jaquish and learning about a prototype device designed to stimulate bone growth through mechanical loading. 08:47 – From prototype to global OsteoStrong franchise The discussion explores how Kyle helped transform a scientific concept into an international network of skeletal conditioning centers. 10:13 – The fundamentals of longevity Both hosts discuss the importance of focusing on core lifestyle practices such as movement, nutrition, resistance training, and social connection rather than chasing every new biohacking trend. 15:23 – Why bone density is declining in modern society Kyle explains research showing that younger generations are developing lower bone mass due to sedentary lifestyles and insufficient mechanical loading. 18:00 – The science of bone remodeling The conversation explores Wolff's Law and how bones respond to mechanical stress, along with the level of force required to stimulate new bone growth. 21:50 – How OsteoStrong works Kyle explains the technology behind OsteoStrong devices and how controlled high force loading can stimulate bone growth safely without traditional impact exercise. 26:21 – Practical solutions for people without access to OsteoStrong Kyle shares alternative strategies including resistance training, variable resistance systems such as the X3 bar, and the importance of balance and strength training. 30:45 – The overlooked role of protein Kyle discusses why adequate protein intake is critical for maintaining muscle mass and supporting skeletal health as we age. 32:13 – Dr. Lockitch's personal bone health journey Dr. Lockitch shares her experience with osteoporosis, maintaining bone health through lifestyle approaches, and rebuilding strength after atrial fibrillation limited her activity. 33:59 – The pros and cons of common osteoporosis medications Kyle explains how bisphosphonate drugs work, potential risks associated with long-term use, and why bone remodeling balance is important. 37:11 – Extending healthspan, not just lifespan Dr. Lockitch emphasizes the importance of maintaining vitality, independence, and quality of life rather than simply living longer. 37:50 – Final insights and closing thoughts Kyle and Dr. Lockitch reflect on the importance of empowering people to strengthen their bones and extend their healthy years. Connect with Osteostrong https://osteostrong.me https://x3bar.com Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch https://www.askdrgill.com [email protected] Find "Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and the Art of Retiring Comfortably" at www.gillianlockitch.com or on Kindle. Subscribe to Growing Older Living Younger on your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to help others discover the show. Join the Growing Older Living Younger Community  

One of the most important personal choices you can make about your health and about aging well, centres on nutrition. The reality is that we are what we eat. Food and the social aspects of eating together is an important aspect of daily life. And society's hunger for knowledge about food and health is reflected in the tsunami of contradictory information that floods our newspapers, magazines, computers and televisions every day. It's hard for even a dedicated researcher like me to make sense of it. Sadly, as for many important issues of the day, discussion about nutrition and health has become a battleground rather than arena where investigation and thoughtful debate occurs so that we can make informed choices. And the key word is choice. As a medical specialist in human biochemistry with a particular focus on nutrition and micronutrients, I have been perplexed by the drive to force consumers onto a diet based solely on plants, with claims that this would be good for our health and the only solution to save our planet. Where in the battleground of extremes between vegans and carnivores is there a place for those of us who believe that we should have access to fresh, whole foods, meat, fish, poultry, eggs, vegetables, nuts, seeds, healthy fats, cheese or yogurt,  and  choose what feels right for us?  Today I talk to Jayne Buxton, journalist, former business analyst, entrepreneur and author of The Great Plant-Based Con: Why eating a Plants-only diet won't improve your health or save the planet.  There is much to unpack in this extensively researched and referenced book, but our conversation focuses on 3 key areas. How a plant-only diet affects human health, the mythology that asserts that a plant-only diet is best for the planet, and what are the powerful forces propelling us towards a plant-only diet, and  away from the freedom to choose what we put in our bodies. In this  conversation we could only touch on highlights from the book.  Learn more about "The Great Plant-Based Con: Why eating a Plants-only diet won't improve your health or save the planet" at www.jaynereesbuxton.com Find Jayne at   @jaynereesbuxt Contact Dr. Gillian Lockitch to discover how you can create your own roadmap to living younger as you grow older, You can schedule a free Discovery Call with me Order your copy of  Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and The Art of Retiring Comfortably at  www.gillianlockitch.com.  And join our private Growing Older Living Younger Community, to meet people, who like you, are discovering and sharing ways to age in great health. Help spread the word by subscribing, rating and reviewing the show. Here is how to do it in 7 easy steps on Apple Podcasts 1. Open the Podcasts app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. 2.Search for Growing Older Living Younger podcast and select it. Navigate to the show page which lists all the episodes - 3. Scroll down to find "Ratings & Reviews." 4. Select "Write a Review." and rate between one and five stars. 5. Pick a title for your review. Write your review - no longer than 300 words. 6. Don't forget to "Send" or "Save" 7. Enter a nickname.

What if everything you're doing to stay healthy—your diet, your supplements, your exercise routine—is only part of the story? What if the real question is whether your body is actually absorbing, using, and benefiting at the cellular level? In this powerful solo episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch invites you to rethink how you measure wellness and healthy aging by introducing a biomarker that is both completely personal and scientifically valid: your antioxidant protection score. Drawing from her background as a physician and specialist medical biochemist, as well as a life-changing personal health scare, Dr. Lockitch explains the invisible but relentless process of oxidative stress—the cellular damage caused by free radicals that accumulates over time and contributes to aging and chronic disease. Through a vivid and emotional story of her sudden diagnosis of myopic macular degeneration, she brings home the reality that aging is not just about time passing, but about what is happening inside your body every single day. This episode goes beyond theory to illuminate the science of antioxidants as your body's essential defense system. You will learn how endogenous antioxidants produced within your cells work in partnership with dietary antioxidants like carotenoids, and why this balance is critical for protecting your brain, eyes, heart, skin, and overall vitality. Dr. Lockitch also explains why nutrient intake alone is not enough—what truly matters is bioavailability, absorption, and delivery to target tissues. Most importantly, this conversation introduces a breakthrough in personalized health: the ability to measure your antioxidant status quickly, non-invasively, and in real time. By tracking carotenoid levels in your skin, with the new Prysm io, you gain a window into your body's internal resilience against oxidative stress. This transforms your approach from guessing and hoping to knowing and acting. If you've ever wondered whether your healthy lifestyle is truly making a difference, this episode will shift your perspective. It is both a call to awareness and a message of empowerment: when you understand what is happening inside your body, you gain the ability to change it—and to take control of how you age, from the inside out.  Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Welcome and introduction  Dr. Gillian introduces the episode and poses the powerful question: do you know your antioxidant score?  01:10 – Why antioxidant protection matters  Explores the gap between healthy habits and measurable protection against oxidative stress.  03:30 – A personal turning point  Dr. Gillian shares her diagnosis of myopic macular degeneration and the urgent treatment that followed.  06:10 – Lessons from the AREDS study  How targeted nutrients support eye health and why prevention is more powerful than treatment.  08:20 – Measuring what matters  Introduction to antioxidant scanning and the surprising results from early testing.  10:30 – Understanding oxidative stress  Clear explanation of free radicals, cellular damage, and environmental contributors.  13:00 – Internal vs dietary antioxidants  How your body's own defense systems work alongside nutrients from food and supplements.  15:10 – The role of carotenoids in healthy aging  How these plant compounds support the eyes, brain, heart, and skin.  17:00 – Introducing the Prysm iO device  How this non-invasive technology measures antioxidant levels in seconds.  18:30 – From guessing to knowing  Why tracking your antioxidant score empowers better aging decisions.  19:30 – Final thoughts and invitation  Call to action to measure, monitor, and take control of your biological aging.  Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch Download your Guide to Nature's Colouful Antioxidants Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch at [email protected] to request a  zoom call to demo the Prysm io: Email Subject: Prysm Podcast Join the Growing Older Living Younger Facebook Community here  Share the Growing Older Living Younger podcast link for anyone you care about and invite them to subscribe  

In this Flashback Friday EPISODE OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER, we focus on helping women to achieve sustainable weight loss through uncovering the underlying beliefs leading to excess weight gain. Today's Featured Guest is Lori Aloisio, holistic health coach and registered nurse. Lori's passion for helping and healing initially led her to become a registered nurse but she always viewed health and well being from a holistic perspective. Knowing that she needed to look at a larger picture to understand the many factors that contribute to illness and disease, Lori went on to study alternative healing practices, including ancient Chinese medicine, therapeutic and other nutrition techniques. In helping women struggle with weight loss problems, she's focused on showing that there are sustainable options. Episode Timeline 0:11 Introduction to today's episode 3:40 What led Lori to become a registered nurse? 6:29 Why Lori moved to Brazil 11:44 How to learn what the body wants to tell us. 14:47 The importance of choosing a healthy lifestyle. 18:52 How to embody who you truly want to be. 20:45 How long does it take to recover from the effects of weight gain? 23:39 Balancing the feminine and masculine in us. Key Takeaway That there's always a reason behind excess weight and one needs to uncover the underlying cause. Why would my body think that I would need this excess weight? Was there maybe some trauma or some negative event in my life that makes me want to hide behind this protective shield as well? Learn more about Lori here: https://www.instagram.com/lorialoisio/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/manifestingweightlossnow https://www.youtube.com/healthyandfreelife Coupon Code ALIGNED for 11% off all my 1:1 programs Contact Dr. Gillian Lockitch Change Your Aging Masterplan: Reversing Aging to Live Younger Longer :For more information book a  free Discovery Call with Dr. Gill or email at [email protected] To get your copy of Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and The Art of Retiring Comfortably click here And if you have not already done so, follow,  rate and review the show.

In this conversation with Dr. Gillian Lockitch, Dr. Natalya Borakowski explains the neurological remodeling and hormonal shifts that occur during perimenopause and menopause — and why these changes can trigger identity disruption and appearance anxiety. You'll learn how understanding the biology behind midlife can restore self-trust, reduce fear, and support aging youthfully. Midlife often arrives with an unexpected sense of instability. Women describe feeling anxious, self-critical, emotionally reactive, or disconnected from their reflection — even when medical tests show nothing "wrong." Estrogen and progesterone influence neurotransmitters like GABA, dopamine, and serotonin, and hormonal shifts temporarily alter emotional regulation, stress response, and self-perception This experience is not psychological weakness or hysteria. It is a biological and neurological transition that most women are never prepared for. If we misinterpret midlife symptoms as personal failure, we amplify stress and self-judgment — two drivers of accelerated aging. For women committed to healthy longevity and  extending healthspan, understanding the hormonal remodeling of the brain is essential. When we understand what is happening, fear lessens. And when fear lessens, physiology follows.  Natalya Borakowski is a naturopathic physician and founder of Desert Bloom Skincare. Her upcoming book, Emotional Esthetics: The Story of Aging, The Biology of Beauty, and the Art of Self-Trust, reframes midlife distress as a natural neurological transition rather than a cosmetic crisis.  Episode Timeline:  00:00 — Opening question: Is midlife distress biological, not psychological?  03:45 — Natalya's journey into medicine and skin health  07:30 — Cultural pressures, appearance & identity  13:15 — The "identity perception split" explained  18:40 — Hormones, neurotransmitters & brain remodeling  23:50 — Wellness vs performance and self-surveillance  26:30 — Personal stories: health crises & device tracking  31:10 — Nervous system safety and the vagus nerve  32:10 — The essential mindset shift: aging as transformation  34:10 — Closing reflections and resources   Connect with Natalya Borakowski We are happy to offer a complimentary download The Aging Out Loud Starter kit https://free-gift.unveilyou.life/ Instagram accounts @unveilyou.life @natalyaborakowski LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/natalyaborakowski Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch Download your guide to Build Back a Better Body: Strengthen Bones, Muscles, Joint and Fascia  Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch at [email protected] to request a phone conversation or zoom call   Join the Growing Older Living Younger Facebook Community here  Share the Growing Older Living Younger podcast link for anyone you care about and invite them to subscribe  

THIS Flashback Friday EPISODE OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on food addiction, in particular addiction to sugar and refined carbohydrates. Today's Featured Expert is Dr. Vera Tarman, author of Food Junkies: Recovery from  Food Addiction,  cohost of the popular Food Junkies Podcast and founder of the Facebook group called "I'm Sweet Enough: Sugar-Free for Life." We discuss the reality and the pathophysiology of sugar addiction, how to know whether you have an addiction and the impact that corporate sponsorship of research and disease-focused organizations have on the common narrative.  Episode Timeline 0:11 Introduction to today's episode. 2:58 The difference between pleasure seeking and addiction. 7:45 How to decide if you have a true sugar addiction? 12:29 Dopamine re-uptake. 17:08 Are there genetic predispositions to addiction? 21:28 The connection between diabetes and sugar addiction. 25:27 You are what you eat 31:41 Why sponsorship of research by corporations is problematic. 37:52 Training yourself to say no to sugar addiction. Speaker Bio: Dr, Vera Tarman. MD, MSc, FCFP, ABAM, is a specialist in addiction medicine, Medical Director of Renascent  and a senior staff physician at Salvation Army. she is author of Food Junkies: Recovery from  Food Addiction and cohosts the  Food Junkies Podcast Learn more about  Dr. Tarman's work, and sugar addiction at the links in the show notes. Facebook: www.fb.com/groups/SugarFreeForLife Website: veratarmanMD.com and addictionsunplugged.com; You tube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VeraTarmanMD Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drveratarman/ Change Your Aging Masterplan: Seven Keys to Reversing Aging to Live Younger Longer  - with Dr. Gillian Lockitch, starts May 30th. For more information Email  Dr. Gill at [email protected]  or book a  free Discovery Call with me. To get your copy of Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and The Art of Retiring Comfortably click here  And if you have not already done so, follow,  rate and review the show.

Why does weight loss feel harder with age—even when we "do everything right"? In this episode, award-winning health journalist Julia Belluz challenges the calorie-centric narrative of weight control and explains how metabolism, hormones, food environments, and ultra-processed foods shape how—and why—we eat. This conversation reframes weight, aging, and health through evidence rather than diet dogma.For decades, we've been told that weight control is simply a matter of discipline: eat less, move more, and the scale will comply. Yet for many people—especially as they age—this advice fails repeatedly, leading to frustration, guilt, and confusion. Midlife and beyond bring hormonal shifts, metabolic adaptation, and increasing exposure to highly engineered food environments. Understanding why our bodies resist weight loss—and how our environment pushes us toward overeating—is essential for protecting healthspan rather than blaming ourselves for biology. My guest, Julia Belluz, is an award-winning health and science journalist, New York Times opinion contributor, and co-author of Food Intelligence, written with metabolic researcher Kevin Hall. Together, they unpack decades of misunderstood nutrition science and explain what actually drives hunger, metabolism, and eating behavior.Listeners will learn why metabolism slows as a response—not a cause—of weight loss, what The Biggest Loser study revealed about long-term metabolic adaptation, how hormones interact with ultra-processed foods, and why environment often overrides conscious food choices. Episode Timeline: 00:00 — Why weight loss feels harder with age  03:50 — Julia's path into nutrition journalism   07:45 — The Biggest Loser metabolism findings   11:10 — "It's not metabolism, stupid"    15:55 — Hormones, hunger, and eating behavior     22:15 — Food environments and ultra-processed foods     27:30 — Nutrition studies: signal vs noise      30:40 — Supplements, misinformation, and risks       32:55 — What is hopeful moving forward ? Connect with Julia Belluz https://www.juliabelluz.com/ Find the Book "Food Intelligence" by Julia Belluz and Kevin Hall PhD.   Call to Action:  Order the book Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and the Art of Retiring Comfortably  (North America only ) or find it on kindle Subscribe to Growing Older Living Younger on your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to help others discover the show.  Join the Growing Older Living Younger Community Website: https://www.askdrgill.com/

Flashback Friday re-post of most popular episodes THIS EPISODE OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on improving your cognitive functioning through playing computer brain training games. Today's Featured Expert discussing the neuroscience of cognitive training and the Lumosity brain training program, is Bob Schafer, President of Lumos Labs Medical, and Chief Science Officer at Lumos Labs (Lumosity) We discuss the neuroscience of cognition and Lumos Labs Human Cognition Project, how the Lumosity platform is built around training cognitive skills through engaging digital games, what you, the consumer, can learn from regularly training on Lumosity, and how Lumos Labs is working in the new frontier of digital medicine. Episode Timeline:    0:11 Introduction to this episode    5:16 Introduction to the Human Cognition Project  12:48 The Lumosity database  16:23 What percentage of users stick with the program?  21:03 The importance of engagement in brain training.  26:54 How to assess your performance  35:14 Are there mental barriers to progress? Speaker Bio: Bob earned his PhD in neuroscience from Stanford University and was a postdoctoral fellow at MIT. He has published original research in top journals including Science and Neuron. Prior to joining Lumos Labs, he was founder and CEO of a YCombinator-funded startup company that used neuroscience and predictive analytics to improve hiring decisions and team development. In 2015, Bob and his startup team joined Lumos Labs. Here, Bob has served in a number of roles leading research, product, and business initiatives, including the formation of the company's Lumos Labs Medical division. Over 100 million people in the Lumosity community have combined to play more than 7 billion cognitive gameplays across more than 15 years, providing, along with the Lumos Labs "Human Cognition Project,", unique insights into the brain and mind. Learn more about Lumosity at these links https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-schafer-4171554/ Schedule a free Discovery Call with me to discover how to Reset Your Aging Blueprint or kickstart your wellness, beauty and healthy aging business. email: [email protected] Order your copy of Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and The Art of Retiring Comfortably click here  - North America only . Otherwise available on Kindle  

Back pain is one of the most common causes of reduced mobility and loss of independence as we age. In this episode, spine surgeon Dr. Gbolahan Okubadejo explains the causes of back and neck pain, when conservative treatment is appropriate, and when spine surgery may become the best option for restoring mobility and quality of life. Chronic back and neck often trigger fear. Many people assume pain is inevitable, that surgery always leads to long downtime, or that recovery means permanent limitation.  In this episode, we explore modern advances in spine care, recovery, and how the right mindset and preparation can help people reclaim movement, confidence, and independence at any age. Dr. Gbolahan Okubadejo is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spinal and orthopedic surgeon and founder of the Institute for Comprehensive Spine Care, with offices across New York and New Jersey. A graduate of Brown University and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, he completed his orthopedic residency at Washington University in St. Louis and a spine fellowship at UPMC. He is also the creator of the 360 Dynamized Core system for spine-safe core strengthening.    Episode Timeline: 00:00 — A personal story: emergency spine surgery and recovery   05:40 — Why spine pain becomes more common with age   09:10 — Imaging vs symptoms: understanding the disconnect   12:55 — How surgeons decide who needs surgery    18:20 — Mindset, movement, and recovery outcomes    22:10 — Minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques     26:40 — Core strength, prevention, and daily habits      32:50 — A practical action for people in pain today   Connect with Dr. Gbolahan Okubadejo  www.nynjspine.com 360coreboard.com Call to Action:   Find "Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and the Art of Retiring Comfortably" (North America only) or on Kindle. Subscribe to Growing Older Living Younger on your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to help others discover the show.  Join the Growing Older Living Younger Community  Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch   email: [email protected]

EPISODE 147 OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on protecting eye, brain and overall health with the antioxidant carotenoid pigments, especially lutein, zeaxanthin and meso-zeaxanthin, as determined in the Central Retinal Enrichment Supplementation Clinical Trials (CREST). Download my free Guide to the Colourful Antioxidants in Your Food that explains the wellness benefits and food sources of these protective nutrients. To tell us how key nutrients can protect our eyes from macular degeneration, and  help preserve memory and mental acuity, I talk with today's Featured Expert, Professor John Nolan. He is a Fulbright Scholar, and a full professor at the South East Technological University (SETU), Waterford, Ireland, where he holds a Howard Chair in Human Nutrition, He is the Director of the Nutrition Research Centre Ireland (NRCI). This research centre studies the role of nutrition for vision, cognitive function and prevention of age-related diseases. In 2011, Prof Nolan won a prestigious European Research Council (ERC) research grant to study the impact of nutritional supplementation on visual function via two Central Retinal Enrichment Supplementation Clinical Trials), and has  published 117 peer-reviewed scientific papers. Episode Timeline: 0:11 Why targeted nutrition for Eye Health 5:17 Nutrition and eye health with a focus on carotenoids. 10:02 Measuring macular pigment in the eye and its changes with supplements. 16:04 The importance of macula pigments in eye health. 21:07 Lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin.in eye health. 28: 07 Sources of antioxidants, micronutrient supplements, and their overall effects on health of the body. 31:53 Eye health and antioxidants. 37:41 Antioxidants and healthy aging Learn more about Prof John Nolan and the Carotenoid research: http://www.profjohnnolan.com/ http://www.bonconference.org/ https://ie.linkedin.com/in/johnmnolan https://www.instagram.com/profjohnnolan   Get to know Your Host: Dr. Gillian Lockitch Download Your free Guide to the Colourful Antioxidants in Your Food Download the Growing Older Living Younger app for your smartphone or tablet Schedule a free Discovery Call with Dr. Gill at [email protected] website: https://www.askdrgill.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gillian.lockitch/rlivingyounger LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gillianlockitch/ X: https://twitter.com/GilliansReviews And if you have not already done so, follow, rate and review this Growing Older Living Younger podcast.

Modern medicine excels at treating disease, less so at prevention. In this episode, we explore how wearable technology powered by artificial intelligence is bringing together Western physiology biometrics and Traditional Chinese Medicine to support true preventive health. Ryan Yuen shares how continuous monitoring of subtle body signals can help identify imbalance long before symptoms appear—and what this means for healthy longevity. Aging well is not about acccepting decline—it's about identifying early warning signs and supporting body balance before disease is established. Traditional Chinese Medicine has emphasized this philosophy for thousands of years,. Modern wearable technology now allows us to monitor the body continuously, shifting how we approach healthspan extension ato live younger longer. Ryan Yuen, Digital Business Lead at Link2Care, is helping bridge ancient medical wisdom with modern data science. The Watch2Care Vital smartwatch integrates 38 Western physiological metrics with 18 Traditional Chinese Medicine functional indicators across five organ systems—using AI to translate data into actionable daily insights read in the Fitvibe app.  Episode Timeline: 00:00 — Prevention versus diagnosis and treatment in modern healthcare  03:10 — The aging population crisis and why healthcare systems need to change  07:45 — Integrating Western metrics with TCM philosophy using AI  12:30 — Understanding the five TCM organ systems  18:50 — Interpreting health scores and early warning signs  22:30 — Practical lifestyle actions based on daily data  26:30 — What preventive health could look like in the future  Connect with Ryan Yuen and Watch2Care Vital* Official Website and Shop: www.link2care.asia LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/link2careglobal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584628198577 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/link2care_global *To show our appreciation for your community, we would like to offer your listeners an exclusive, limited-time promotion. When listeners use the discount code on our official website, they will receive 30% off the Watch2Care Vital and can add two additional wristbands to their cart for free. Discount Code: GOLY30   Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch at [email protected]  to request a phone conversation or zoom call   Join the Growing Older Living Younger Facebook Community here   Share the Growing Older Living Younger podcast link   for anyone you care about and invite them to subscribe   https://www.facebook.com/groups/growingolderlivingyoungercommunity