19. How to Reverse your Biological Age (with Dr. Kara Fitzgerald, ND)

What if I told you that your biological age could be reversed by over three years in just eight weeks? Dr. Kara Fitzgerald —this week’s guest—has the science to prove it's possible.  Dr. Fitzgerald is a leading expert on DNA methylation and the author of the book Younger You: Reduce Your Bio Age and Live Longer, Better. If you’re interested in aging well, this week’s conversation is chock-full of incredibly practical changes you can take tomorrow (maybe even today!). Here’s a peek into what you’ll learn: The specific diet and lifestyle program that significantly reversed study participants' biological age The clinical test that you can take to find out how fast you’re aging Dr. Fitzgerald’s recommendations for fasting windows, meditation practices, and supplements to support a younger biological age. Why she calls exercise an “amazing vegetable” and how it impacts DNA methylation 00:24 Meet Dr. Kara Fitzgerald 01:51 Dr. Fitzgerald's Journey into Functional Medicine 05:01 The Importance of Methylation 07:35 Understanding DNA Methylation and Epigenetics 14:18 Dr. Fitzgerald's Research and Findings 23:48 Implementing the Program: Diet and Lifestyle 29:58 Addressing Autoimmune Conditions and Supplementation 30:34 Dietary Intervention and DNA Methylation 31:44 Probiotics and Greens Powder in the Study 34:19 Study Results 35:57 Lifestyle Factors: Sleep, Exercise, and Meditation 46:36 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways Connect with Amy Myers, MD Website: https://www.amymyersmd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramymyers YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmyMyersMD/featured Newsletter: https://www.amymyersmd.com/ec/guide-to-leaky-gut Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmyMyersMD Connect with Dr Kara Fitzgerald, ND Website: http://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkarafitzgerald/ Bio Age Lab Testing: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/younger-you-bio-age-lab-test/ Book: Younger You: Reduce your Bio-Age and Live Longer, Better

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Are you on the path to optimal health and looking for the latest breakthroughs in longevity and functional medicine? After her own struggle with an autoimmune thyroid condition, Dr. Amy Myers has made it her life’s mission to expose the flaws of conventional medicine and help others avoid the pain that she endured. More than a Functional Medicine doctor, Dr. Amy Myers is a two-time New York Times bestselling author, wife, mother, and visionary founder and CEO behind the influential e-commerce wellness brand, Amy Myers MD®. Through this brand, and with a clear vision of creating a path to optimal health and wellness for all, Dr. Amy Myers is here to change the future of medicine and empower others to Take Back Their Health. This show will be a mix of solo episodes and conversations with world renowned leading experts on the topics of functional medicine, autoimmunity, gut health and empowering people to get to the root of their issues and offer solutions so they can thrive. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy