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.

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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.