Greg Hammer, MD
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Rapamycin and its Effects
Rapamycin is a drug that was originally developed to suppress the immune response to prevent organ rejection in kidney transplant patients. It is now being studied (and used) as a “geroprotective”…
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Probiotics for Gut Health
The importance of the “gut microbiome” to our physical wellness has become an area of intense interest among scientists and those of us who are dedicated to improving and maintaining excellent…
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Peptides and Their Effects on Our Body
Therapeutic peptides are relatively short chains of amino acids that constitute a class of pharmaceutical agents. These include the naturally occurring human hormones insulin, vasopressin, and oxytocin. The discovery of insulin…
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Oxytocin and its Role in Our Health
Oxytocin is a versatile hormone that has many roles. At first glance it may seem that these are unrelated. Not true. Often called the “love hormone,” oxytocin is actually designed for…
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NAD+ Part 2: How We Can Boost Our NAD+ Levels
NAD+ levels can be naturally increased by (1) taking NAD+ precursor supplements and (2) living a healthy lifestyle. The latter certainly includes exercise and diet – not only what we eat…
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What Is NAD+ and Why Is It So Important?
NAD+ stands for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. It is one of the most essential molecules in our bodies. It is required for energy production by the mitochondria in our cells. It is…
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NAD Precursors, NR and NMN
NAD+ is an essential in mitochondrial energy metabolism and supplements with this interesting compound have been associated with longevity, overall improvement in health, and attenuation of diseases, including neurodegenerative disorders. A…
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Longevity 101: Blue Zones
Blue Zones are places around the world where many people live to an age of at least 100 years. These are the so-called “Centenarians.” They have 5 times the likelihood of living…
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Metformin and Its Effects on Longevity
Metformin is a drug that has been widely used since the 1960s to treat type 2 diabetes. It lowers blood sugar by increasing the sensitivity of the tissues in the body…
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Insulin and How It Interacts with Our Body
Insulin is a hormone critical for regulation of blood sugar. When insulin is active in the body it lowers blood sugar, moving it into tissues such as the liver, muscles, and…
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Hormesis as a tool in Longevity Medicine
In longevity science, “hormesis” refers to adaptive responses to mild stressors, such as fasting, exercising, and exposure to heat and cold. Hormesis elicits beneficial cellular metabolic responses, including sirtuin activation (to…
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Fisetin and Its Health Benefits
Fisetin is a flavonoid compound found in fruits and vegetables such as strawberries, apples, persimmons, grapes, onions, and cucumbers. Flavonoids are commonly found in most plants and exert a wide range…