#342: Unlocking The Secret Code To Fasting: The Biohack for Hunger, Longevity & Energy (How Scientists Are Hacking Your CELLS) | Chris Rhodes

10 Jun 2025 • 80 min • EN
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Welcome back to the Longevity Podcast! I’m so excited for today’s episode, where I sit down with Chris Rhodes—nutritional biochemist, fasting researcher, and CEO of Mimio Health—to dive deep into one of the most fascinating emerging topics in longevity science: fasting mimetics. If you’ve ever wanted to get the regenerative, anti-inflammatory, and health-boosting effects of fasting, but struggled to actually fast for 36 hours or more (trust me, I get it!), this conversation is for you. Listeners of this podcast can visit mimiohealth.com/nat and use code NAT FOR 20% off your first single purchase or subscription order.   What we discuss: Meet Chris Rhodes and his biomimetic research journey ... 00:05:18 Unlocking fasting benefits without prolonged fasting ... 00:09:10 Supplements vs. pharmaceuticals for longevity ... 00:10:53 Fasting protocols, timing, and metabolic switching ... 00:15:23 Risks of fasting, evolutionary adaptation, and muscle/bone loss ... 00:18:34 Ketones, brain energy, and cognitive adaptation ... 00:22:48 How fasting activates longevity and repair pathways ... 00:26:23 Key cellular pathways: AMPK, mTOR, NAD, sirtuins ... 00:28:04 Mimio research: discovering and testing fasting metabolites ... 00:33:35 The four main fasting mimetic molecules explained ... 00:42:04 Practical benefits: who should use fasting mimetics & safety ... 00:59:00 Mimio in use: hunger control, GLP-1 support, and older adults ... 01:03:37   Our Amazing Sponsors: Qualia NAD+ - This vital molecule powers cellular energy, supports DNA health, aids detox, and helps keep your body remain youthful. Visit qualialife.com/nathalie to try Qualia NAD+, backed by a 100-day money-back guarantee, and use promo code NATHALIE for 15% off! OraltidePro - A unique mouthwash that: Promotes growth of shrinking gums, Speeds healing of mouth & tongue, Prevents oral infections (such as gingivitis), Helps with enamel remineralization, Reduces bacteria growth and etching and Fills slots in damaged enamel. Check out OraltidePro at profound-health.com and use code NAT15 for 15% off your first order. Bio-Shield by Young Goose - A broad-spectrum serum that protects against UVA/UVB, infrared, AND high-energy visible (HEV) light. Visit YoungGoose.com—use code NAT10 to get started, or 5NAT if you’re an existing customer.     More from Nat:  YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Facebook Group

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