The Longevity Doctor's 5-Day Diet That Mimics Fasting: What Happened in His Human Trial

A longevity scientist designed a 5-day diet that gives your body some of the effects of fasting while you still eat. In his randomized human trial, 3 monthly cycles lowered weight, waist size, blood pressure and a key growth hormone. But there are 3 things the headlines didn't tell you. In this video, you'll learn: - Who Dr. Valter Longo is, and the Italian village of centenarians that inspired his research - Exactly what the 5-day fasting-mimicking diet includes (calories and foods) - What happened in his 2017 randomized trial, with the real numbers - Who benefited most, and who benefited least - The muscle detail every adult over 65 should know - Who owns the company that sells it - Who should NOT try this diet (please watch before starting) ⏱️ CHAPTERS 📚 SOURCES - Wei M, Brandhorst S, Longo VD et al. Fasting-mimicking diet and markers/risk factors for aging, diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease. Science Translational Medicine, 2017. - Brandhorst S et al. Fasting-mimicking diet causes hepatic and blood markers changes indicating reduced biological age and disease risk. Nature Communications, 2024. - Brandhorst S et al. A periodic diet that mimics fasting promotes multi-system regeneration, enhanced cognitive performance, and healthspan. Cell Metabolism, 2015. Disclosure note: Dr. Longo founded L-Nutra, the company that makes the diet used in these trials, and holds an ownership interest. USC also has a financial interest. Dr. Longo states that he donates his consulting fees, book royalties and at least 95% of his shares to charity. This video is NOT sponsored and does not endorse any product. ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This video is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. The fasting-mimicking diet is not suitable for people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, underweight, under 18, or have a history of eating disorders. If you have diabetes, heart disease, cancer, kidney or liver disease, low blood pressure or a history of fainting, speak to your