Episode 232: Beyond the Hype: The Real Significance of Autophagy for Fitness and Longevity with Dr. Kurt Escobar

On this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, Dr. Kurt Escobar, who holds a Ph.D. in exercise physiology, is not just a trainer and consultant but also a well-versed guide in the realm of nutrition and research. He busts the hype and sheds light on what autophagy truly is. The episode takes a deep dive into the fascinating interplay between caloric restriction, VO2 max, and lean muscle mass and their collective implications on longevity. Head over to https://miketnelson.com and sign up for my geeky, almost daily email newsletter about how to add muscle, increase your performance, and improve body comp, all without destroying your health. Episode notes: [7:13] What is autophagy? [14:54] Predictors of longevity [19:25] Does fasting increase autophagy? [32:41] The problem with believing what you see on social media [38:31] Focus on outcomes [45:53] Fasting and muscle mass [51:58] Dr. Escobar's current research projects Connect with Dr. Escobar: CSU Long Beach Physiology of Exercise Sport Lab (PEXS) Instagram Cal State Long Beach exercise science program Biology Beards and Barbells Website Biology Beards and Barbells YouTube About Dr. Escobar: Dr. Kurt Escobar is an Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology and co-director of the Physiology of EXercise and Sport (PEXS) Lab at California State University, Long Beach. Get the Daily Fitness Insider newsletter (free): https://www.miketnelson.com/newsletter