Dr. Eric Verdin, a longevity expert, emphasizes that savory breakfasts are essential for avoiding blood sugar spikes, which are linked to metabolic diseases like type 2 diabetes. At 68, he claims his biological age is 15 years younger due to lifestyle and diet changes following the Mediterranean diet. He uses tech to monitor health metrics and considers nutrition pivotal for longevity, urging avoidance of sugary breakfasts like cereal and orange juice, which can exacerbate health issues. Verdin’s approach underscores the impact of dietary habits over genetic factors on aging.
"The worst breakfast you can possibly imagine is your sort of cereal bowl with a glass of orange juice because this is essentially a bowl of sugar, sugar, sugar."
"When you look at populations that are on this type of diet, they really are the healthy ones."
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