Episode 70

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21st May 2026

The Proactive Approach That Keeps Me Young

At 57, hear how being proactive has allowed me to delay many of the typical signs of aging. This discussion highlights the importance of a healthy lifestyle and an aging mindset to experience aging well. Learn how small, consistent choices can contribute to healthy aging and provide longevity tips for everyone.

Explore the science of aging with Dr. Sandra Kaufmann, who breaks down aging into seven biological categories and discusses actionable strategies, supplements, and lifestyle choices to slow or reverse aging processes.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Aging: A New Perspective

02:21 The Disconnect in Medicine: A Personal Journey

05:01 The Science of Aging: Chronological vs Physiological

07:51 Breaking Down Aging: The Kaufman Protocol

10:07 The Seven Tenets of Aging

12:55 The Role of Supplements in Longevity

15:42 Exploring the First Tenet: DNA and Telomeres

18:18 Mitochondrial Health: The Second Tenet

21:57 Pathways of Aging: The Third Tenet

25:47 The Foundations of Longevity: Diet and Exercise

27:46 Personalized Health Protocols: Tailoring to Individual Needs

31:05 Understanding Oxidative Stress and Its Impact

31:17 Glycation: The Hidden Dangers of Sugar

37:52 Debunking Longevity Myths: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

39:49 Metformin: A Double-Edged Sword for Longevity

41:18 The Role of Supplements: Balancing Science and Basics

45:12 Key Overlooked Factors for Longevity

46:01 The Importance of Sleep

48:01 Supplements for Better Sleep

50:09 Democratizing Longevity

51:57 Future Perspectives on Aging

53:23 Defining a Well-Lived Life

54:30 Rapid Fire on Longevity Supplements

resources

The Kaufman Protocol - https://www.kaufmanprotocol.com

Sandra Kaufmann's Website - https://www.kaufmanprotocol.com

Metformin - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metformin

Resveratrol and Pterostilbene - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resveratrol

NMN and NR supplements - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicotinamide_mono nucleotide

Exosome Therapy - https://www.exosome.com

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Kaushik Trivedi (Host) - https://www.instagram.com/drugdiaries_/

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Welcome to "Drug Diaries," the podcast exploring pharmaceuticals, life sciences, and biotechnology. Host Kaushik Trivedi, with over two decades of industry experience, shares his expertise. Kaushik has worked with IQVIA, Cognizant, Wipro, and more, and holds degrees in pharmaceutical chemistry, marketing, and advertising. Kaushik's expertise spans: - Data-Driven GTM & Customer Engagement - CRM, Marketing Cloud, SFE, & Commercial Analytics - AI/ML/NLP in Life Sciences - Population Health Management - IoT & Connected Devices - Content Production & MLR Approval - R&D, Clinical, Pharmacovigilance, Medical, & Regulatory - Business Transformation "Drug Diaries" covers research, drug discovery, AI in health, GTM strategies, customer engagement, analytics, patient safety, product engineering, and more. Join Kaushik for insights and discussions on the ever-evolving pharma and biotech landscape. Each episode is a deep dive into the industry's heart. Welcome to "Drug Diaries."

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