About the show
Douglas Mulhall is a biotech company co-founder, science author, and journalist. In the first half, he discussed the importance of elastin fiber in the body and how it's essential for good health. This often-overlooked substance impacts vital functions like breathing and blood circulation. He explained that elastin production begins to decline around age 25, which increases susceptibility to chronic inflammation and various health conditions like heart disease. "Elastin fiber is probably the most complicated material in the human body," he added, likening it to the wire rope in a suspension bridge that requires constant maintenance to avoid collapse. Mulhall noted that lifestyle factors such as diet and smoking can accelerate elastin degradation.
Two substances – EDTA and polyphenols – have shown promise in restoring elastin, he reported, and recent discoveries by researchers have led to clinical trials aimed at repairing elastin in arteries and skin. He also addressed the potential for these treatments to positively impact conditions like vascular dementia and senescence. "Restoring flexibility in your arteries can have a dramatic effect" with profound implications for longevity and overall health, he remarked. "We're on the cusp of a revolution in healthcare," Mulhall continued, suggesting that the field could evolve into a multi-trillion-dollar healthcare industry, with companies like Elastrin Therapeutics and Nectero Medical leading the charge in clinical trials. For more, including links to innovations restoring elastin, visit this page.
Websites:
• ourmolecularfuture.com
• calcify.com
• thecosmicswitchboard.com
• James Bartley YouTube Channel
Relevant Books:
• Discovering the Nature of Longevity
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