The Fasting Mimicking Diet - A Powerful Tool for Treating Cancer | Valter Longo

🧠 Stay ahead wit🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Cancer remains a formidable global challenge, with nearly one in six deaths worldwide attributed to the disease. In addition, over 60% of patients undergoing conventional treatments experience severe side effects, highlighting the urgent need for complementary therapies that enhance efficacy and reduce harm. Dr. Valter Longo, a leading figure in aging and nutritional science, has introduced a groundbreaking approach known as the fasting mimicking diet (FMD). Through years of rigorous research, Dr. Longo has demonstrated that cycles of controlled fasting can trigger cellular regeneration, reduce inflammation, and improve overall metabolic health. His innovative work has reshaped our understanding of nutrition’s role in health and disease, providing a scientific basis for using fasting as a tool to support standard cancer therapies.The fasting mimicking diet offers a promising adjunct to traditional cancer treatments. By strategically reducing calorie intake, FMD helps protect healthy cells and makes cancer cells more vulnerable to chemotherapy and radiation. This dual effect not only boosts the effectiveness of conventional treatments but also mitigates the often-debilitating side effects experienced by patients. Dr. Longo’s new book, Fasting Cancer, the subject of our discussion on this podcast, explores the fascinating science behind fasting and its potential to revolutionize cancer care. In this insightful work, he presents practical guidelines, compelling case studies, and robust research findings that illustrate how the fasting mimicking diet can be integrated with standard treatments for better outcomes. Listeners of The Empowering Neurologist were captivated by Dr. Longo’s ability to translate complex science into actionable advice when he previously appeared on the program, and this time around is no exception. His work continues to inspire both patients and healthcare professionals to explore innovative, science-driven approaches in the fight against cancer. As research unfolds, the fasting mimicking diet stands as a testament to the transformative power of nutritional science in modern medicine. Embracing this innovative dietary strategy, patients and clinicians alike are witnessing a promising future in comprehensive cancer care. 00:00 Introduction 02:10 The Cancer Nutrition Scientist Changing Everything 04:36 How Cancer Cells Hack Aging And Stay Immortal 06:00 The Hidden Danger Of Cancer Cell Survival After Chemo 07:30 Why Young People Are Getting More Cancer Than Ever 10:48 Are We Eating Too Much Protein For Longevity 13:22 A Diet That Weakens Cancer But Shields Healthy Cells 17:55 What Is The Fasting Mimicking Diet And Why It Works 21:40 The Critical Timing That Makes Chemo More Effective 23:00 How Starving Cancer Creates A Predictable Weak Spot 27:30 The Multi-Angle Attack That Slows Glioblastoma 29:15 Could This Diet Delay Or Reverse Alzheimer’s 32:50 Clinical Trials Show This Diet Reverses Diabetes 36:30 How Fasting Triggers Organ Regeneration In Humans 41:05 The Shocking Risks Behind Popular Weight Loss Drugs 57:14 Conclusion ==== Valter Longo is the director of the Longevity Institute at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. He studies basic and clinical research on nutrition, aging, and diseases, with a focus on cancer, autoimmunity, Alzheimer’s disease, and cardiometabolic diseases. Dr. Longo received the 2010 Nathan Shock Lecture Award from the National Institute on Aging, the 2013 Vincent Cristofalo “Rising Star” Award in Aging Research from the American Federation for Aging Research, and the 2016 Glenn Award for Research in the Biological Mechanisms of Aging. In 2018, Time magazine named him one of the 50 most influential people in health care, and in 2021 Science magazine called him a pioneer in the nutrition and cancer field. He is the author of FASTING CANCER and THE LONGEVITY DIET. ___________________________ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidperlmutter/ Website: https://www.drperlmutter.com/ Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDRl_UAXxbHyOOjklnA0dxQ/?sub_confirmation=1