120 Year Diet
Dr. Walford 1950’s pioneer Under-nutrition without malnutrition Restrict calories 40% (of 2000 cal)
Basic Of Calorie Restriction
Vitamins Minerals Phytonutrients **Notice I didn’t mention cow
sandwhich
Beneficial Mechanisms
CV effects Decreases HR, BP, LDL, triglycerides
Insulin Improved sensitivity Normalizes glucose levels
Beneficial Mechanisms
Increased protein synthesis Eliminates abnormal Chaperone molecules▪ Synthesis & maintenance of essential
proteins
Beneficial Mechanisms
Cell death (apoptosis) Modulates this process
Improves DNA repair and maintenance Benefits DNA transcription
Beneficial Mechanisms
Reduces oxidative stress Decreases qualitative & quantitative
levels Free radical = wrecking ball loose in your
body
Calorie Restriction Mimetics
Simulate calorie restriction effects Examples:
Metformin Resveratrol Carnosine Avocado ALA Acetyl-L-Carnitine