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Alcohol...and Ageing with Professor Ben Loos
Alcohol...and Ageing with Professor Ben Loos
Alcohol...and Ageing with Professor Ben Loos
Saturday 18th May 2024
Explore the impact of alcohol on ageing with Professor Ben Loos. Learn about autophagy and how lifestyle choices can improve cellular health.
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Episode Overview
- Chronic alcohol consumption accelerates brain ageing.
- Autophagy is crucial for cellular health and removing damaged cells.
- Measuring autophagy rates can help optimise health routines.
- Lifestyle choices like exercise and diet boost autophagy.
- Understanding autophagy can lead to better health decisions.
Once we stop poisoning ourselves every day, miracles happen
Are you curious about the effects of alcohol on ageing? In this episode, Janet Gorond chats with Professor Ben Loos from Stellenbosch University. Ben leads a neuro research group focusing on neurodegenerative diseases and brain cancers, with a special interest in autophagy. Autophagy is the body's way of cleaning out damaged cells to regenerate newer, healthier ones, which is crucial for good health.
Ben's team is developing a device that will allow us to measure our autophagy rate, similar to how we measure our heart rate or glucose levels. This could be a game-changer for those looking to optimise their health routines. Ben shares fascinating insights into how alcohol impacts autophagy and overall cellular health. He explains that chronic alcohol consumption accelerates brain ageing and increases the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like dementia.
Janet and Ben also discuss the role of lifestyle choices, such as exercise and diet, in boosting autophagy and improving cellular health. The episode is packed with valuable information for anyone interested in the science behind ageing and the benefits of an alcohol-free lifestyle. You'll hear personal anecdotes, scientific explanations, and practical advice on how to take control of your health. Whether you're already sober, striving to be sober, or just sober curious, this episode offers something for everyone.
Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that could help you make informed decisions about your health and wellbeing. Tune in and discover how understanding autophagy can lead to a healthier, more vibrant life.