By Peter Bowes
Imagine reconnecting with an old school friend, reminiscing about the good old days, and discovering you share a deep interest in health and longevity? That's exactly what happened when I caught up with Peter Allison, my classmate from the 1970s. We took a trip down memory lane, discussing our school days - the good, the bad and the ugly - including our knack for avoiding physical education by playing chess.
Beyond the nostalgia, Peter and I explored how to optimize our health as we age, and what we've learned so far. This is the first of a regular series of conversations, not so much turning back, but looking forward to the next chapter in our lives. Peter A. is a geology professor, well used to analyzing scientific papers, and together we will be casting our inquisitive but critical eyes over the latest longevity research.
Topics covered in this conversation include:
- Peter Bowes and Peter Allison discuss their school days and memories of their time together, including their shared dislike of physical education and love of learning.
- Peter A. recounts the encouragement he received to chase his dreams and how aging could impact his physical aspirations moving forward.
- Peter A. shares his career journey as an academic and geologist, highlighting his passion for ecological research and diving.
- Challenges with weight and muscle loss as we grow older,
- The importance of finding a project to focus on during retirement and shared the lessons learned in pursuit of personal growth.
- Experimenting with fasting methods
- The importance of resistance training and weight lifting, and how it can help us maintain our health as we age.
- New research: The potential benefits of taurine for extending life and improving health, noting the dosage of taurine required for potential benefits is much higher than would be practical for human consumption.
- New research: Napping and long life, plus the role genetics play in our sleep sensitivities.
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The Live Long and Master Aging (LLAMA) podcast, a HealthSpan Media LLC production, shares ideas but does not offer medical advice. If you have health concerns of any kind, or you are considering adopting a new diet or exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.
