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Dr. Hillary Lin joins us on the Livelong Podcast this week
Happy Saturday! This week, we’re unpacking what “longevity medicine” actually is, exploring depression’s overlooked ties to aging, and learning why Copenhagen just topped the world happiness charts. Let’s dive in.
Top 5 longevity stories of the week
1. 🥼 “One-size-fits-YOU”: Inside longevity medicine
Stanford-trained physician Dr. Hillary Lin says longevity care isn’t about a magic protocol—it’s about constant personalization. “What works for you at 40 might not be right at 50.” In our expert interview, she breaks down what’s real, what’s risky, and where the field is heading.
👇Read the recap below or watch here
2. 🌱 Seed oil myths vs. the data
Critics claim omega-6–rich seed oils are toxic. But decades of clinical research tell a different story. Here’s why blanket demonization misses the mark—and what the long-term data actually shows.
👉 Watch the breakdown
3. 😶🌫️ Depression after aesthetic surgery: an overlooked risk
Roughly half of patients undergoing aesthetic surgery experience postoperative depression—sometimes tied to accelerated cognitive decline. Researchers suggest stronger screening and long-term follow-up to safeguard both mental health and healthy aging.
👉 Read the study
4. 🧪 The protein that spreads aging
Scientists have identified a single protein that may act as a “carrier,” spreading age-related dysfunction from cell to cell. Understanding (and blocking) this process could reshape how we slow systemic aging.
👉 Explore the science
5. 😊 The happiest—and healthiest—city of 2025
Copenhagen tops the global list for happiness and livability. Why? Universal healthcare, a 37-hour workweek, strong social trust, and a life expectancy of nearly 80 years. Zurich, Singapore, Aarhus, and Antwerp round out the top five.
👉 See the ranking
Longevity doctor? Or just good marketing…
Longevity medicine is booming, but what does it actually look like when practiced responsibly?
In this week’s Livelong podcast episode, Dr. Hillary Lin shares where real breakthroughs are happening—and what to be wary of.
🍎 Food quality: Why “organic” labels don’t always guarantee what you think.
🧫 Stem cells & beyond: What separates legitimate medical practice from risky biohacks.
🧍Personalization: Why supplements, diets, and treatments must be tailored to the individual.
🤖 AI & the future of care: How autonomous healthcare could actually bring back the human touch in medicine.
There’s no one-size-fits-all in longevity. It’s a one-size-fits-YOU today… and it might need to change tomorrow.”
If you’ve ever wondered whether a “longevity doctor” is giving you science or just selling a brand, this is for you.
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Ethics, scams, and empty promises: what’s real
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Until next time,
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