#202

See here "Early" Longevity Program by Peter Attia Launches - #62 by RapAdmin

#203

My two cents:

I find I can learn more from any of these “experts” from listening to their podcasts / YT interviews, provided their interviewer is good, than reading their books. They delve more into nuances and details over a live interview which preemptively answers some of my questions or otherwise helps me make up my mind on what I think of their take compared to the relatively dry /
sterile book material.

I find Attia impressively knowledgeable on exercise issues, like he would make the world’s best personal trainer — with a focus on what you need to be fit in your old age, such as foot strength / stability. I’m recovering from a sprained ankle and learned a lot from his interviews promoting the book, which has already helped in my recovery.

Outside this subniche my opinion of his expertise does take a downward slide. When it comes to diet I think I’m honestly better informed. And I don’t think I have such a big head.

Either way, someone worth learning from, not gospel material, but then again who is?

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#204

I am not taking Acarbose. I am interested in knowing how it goes for you.

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#205

I just started and don’t take it with every meal but rather when I eat whole grains like oats, buckwheat for breakfast or fruit and berries. My glucose is the same with Acarbose or without and stays in the range 92-97 in the morning after 12-14 h night fast. I would like to see it lower and that’s why I’m trying Acarbose. I don’t take Metformin.

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#206

You may need more real time data like from a CGM to see the differences because it’s more that acar decreases the spikes and variability than the average or morning after fasting levels.

#207

Think these guys still are the gold standard.

Some of the tests are below - think they have others too.

https://www.gdx.net/products/gi-effects

#208

Would be nice to get a CGM, but my insurance wouldn’t cover it bc I’m not a diabetic. Instead I poke my finger a few times a day to get a better understanding how it moves.

#209

Hear you. Think Abbot often has free test coupons for Freestyle Libre, might be worth looking for those.

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#210

Another review of Peter Attia’s book, with lots of critical commentary on Peter’s dietary recommendations:

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#211

Great review. I really like how he brings to light Attia’s cherry picking of evidence that suit his arguments (and agenda).

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#212

When a person goes on about body shaming and privilege, I think they are talking about things that have nothing to do with the book Outlive.

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#213

What exactly are you claiming his ‘agenda’ to be?

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#214

To make the most possible amount of money.

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#215

Even if true it’s not obligatory a negative. The outcome for everybody is the most important thing.

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#216

I don’t think anyone expected his book to sell 1 million copies by telling the truth.
It’s probably more easy to become extremely rich by telling people what they want to hear instead. Just look at the quack doctors on YouTube with tens of millions of views on youtube, supplements sales, etc.

In fact youtube and the system rewards people more for that. The youtube recommendation engine is based on what people want to watch. They will see want they want to watch.

For example I found peter attia because of a clip he had with joe rogan about longevity. That way I got information based on the objective of longevity.

If I instead got prescribed a statin by my doctor and told my cholesterol were too high, I would search on youtube about this. I was already apprehensive about medications, which I think is default, and I would see all the content about how bad statins are etc because that is what I wanted to hear.

Later on I go and post this on rapamycin.news, because I think I know so much, and I post these videos. If someone who searched for information from a higher tier, holistic perspective, cared enough, they would respond to the videos I posted. That’s not a guarantee, hence caution is needed when searching for information.

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#217

He is a gym bro in his essence and his dietary and exercise advice reflect that. Not that it is directly agenda but sometimes I am very confused about his advice and it feels like he is trying to sell me something. Like the review said it is the best and at the same time the worst. I have learned so much from PA but at the same time I think all his advice is sometimes biased and should be taken with a grain of salt.

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#218

Yes - everybody has bias in some direction, including ourselves.

Generally I find Peter Attia very helpful in my longevity efforts, but he’s not the only person I look to for ideas, and its always good to get other perspectives on things. This is just one more perspective to consider, do with it whatever you want.

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#219

I think that is a fair approach. Everyone needs to make a living. I like to read the arguments of people who disagree with me. I am more likely to learn from those.

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#220

Attia’s book consists of fairly simple but powerful advice: Exercise, keep your cholesterol in check, keep your bloog sugar in check, sleep enough and take care of your mental health. Nutrition is overrated but make sure to eat plenty of protein.
That’s all beneficial for healthspan at the very least.

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#221

Excellent summary. This captures the essence of Attia’s book perfectly. At first, I was somewhat disappointed with the book, expecting more groundbreaking insights. However, I came to appreciate its straightforward approach, focusing on practical, tried-and-true health measures rather than chasing ‘magic pill’ solutions.

I would also emphasize the importance of controlling blood pressure (BP) as part of this holistic approach to health.

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