What if your life expectancy wasn’t a mystery—but something that could be predicted with startling precision?
That's the topic of today's podcast episode with Dr. Mark Hyman and Gary Brecka, a human biologist and former mortality expert.
I found this one of the most fascinating episodes I've seen in a long time - partly because I work in the financial world, so I have a lot of knowledge with how life insurance companies work (as well as several of my own policies) - and it was so interesting to hear how much detailed data goes into determining life expectancy.
Having gone through the testing myself, I am familiar with how detailed these reports are, and it's discouraging to realize that doctors don't typically collect anywhere near this much information before making a patient recommendation. As Brecka implies, if they did, the entire field of medicine would be completely different, and I'm willing to bet our health as a nation would be as well...
Check it out below to learn how your mortality is determined, and what you can do (easily and cheaply) to increase your longevity - even without all the special "gadgets" they discuss.
That's the topic of today's podcast episode with Dr. Mark Hyman and Gary Brecka, a human biologist and former mortality expert.
I found this one of the most fascinating episodes I've seen in a long time - partly because I work in the financial world, so I have a lot of knowledge with how life insurance companies work (as well as several of my own policies) - and it was so interesting to hear how much detailed data goes into determining life expectancy.
Having gone through the testing myself, I am familiar with how detailed these reports are, and it's discouraging to realize that doctors don't typically collect anywhere near this much information before making a patient recommendation. As Brecka implies, if they did, the entire field of medicine would be completely different, and I'm willing to bet our health as a nation would be as well...
Check it out below to learn how your mortality is determined, and what you can do (easily and cheaply) to increase your longevity - even without all the special "gadgets" they discuss.
In a fascinating episode of The Doctor’s Farmacy, Dr. Mark Hyman sits down with Gary Brecka to reveal how insurance companies have been accurately predicting life expectancy for years—and what that means for your health.
For over a decade, Brecka worked with life insurance companies, analyzing blood work and medical records to assess an individual’s risk of disease and early death. What he discovered was eye-opening: genetics play a smaller role in lifespan than we often believe. Instead, the greatest predictors of chronic illness and premature death are lifestyle-related—and they’re largely within our control.
In this powerful conversation, Brecka and Dr. Hyman explore actionable steps you can take to improve your health and extend your life. Key insights from their discussion include:
Curious to learn more? Watch the full episode now and discover how you can take charge of your health starting today:
For over a decade, Brecka worked with life insurance companies, analyzing blood work and medical records to assess an individual’s risk of disease and early death. What he discovered was eye-opening: genetics play a smaller role in lifespan than we often believe. Instead, the greatest predictors of chronic illness and premature death are lifestyle-related—and they’re largely within our control.
In this powerful conversation, Brecka and Dr. Hyman explore actionable steps you can take to improve your health and extend your life. Key insights from their discussion include:
- Insurance Company Secrets: Discover how life insurance companies use blood markers and other hidden health data to predict life expectancy with surprising accuracy.
- Major Threats to Longevity: Brecka highlights the biggest risk factors that cut lives short—many of which are lifestyle-driven and modifiable.
- The Silent Epidemic of Vitamin Deficiencies: One of the most overlooked contributors to chronic disease is a lack of essential nutrients, particularly vitamin D. Brecka explains why addressing this deficiency can be a game-changer for your well-being.
- Biohacking for Longevity: From red light therapy to oxygen optimization (as well as cheap and technology-free options), Brecka shares cutting-edge biohacking strategies that can help reverse aging and boost vitality.
Curious to learn more? Watch the full episode now and discover how you can take charge of your health starting today:
The most exciting takeaway: You have more control over your health and longevity than you might think!
By identifying hidden risk factors and implementing simple, proven, natural strategies, you can dramatically improve your quality of life - and its length.
3 FREE Tips for Improving Longevity Naturally:
1. Get Sunshine Daily
Exposing your skin to sunlight - especially in the morning, is a simple step you can do to improve your mood, your health, and your longevity. You don't need to spend hours in the sun for results - in fact, this isn't the best idea for your health. 20-30 minutes of early morning sunshine (before it's strong enough to burn) is plenty.
2. Walk on the Earth
The concept of "Earthing" or grounding may sound a bit "woo-woo," but more and more scientific evidence points to the importance of being in contact with the surface of the Earth - which, if you think about it, makes perfect sense! We were all made to live and walk on this planet, so cutting off contact necessarily leaves something lacking... While it may be difficult during the winter in some climates, try to take some time daily to walk outside barefoot in the grass, or lie on the ground on a blanket in the shade - whatever you can do to maintain contact with the ground beneath us all.
3. Breathe!
Again, this is one of the simplest things you can do to improve your health - and your lifespan. You don't have to buy an expensive oxygen chamber or anything like that - just take some time to learn a few breathwork practices, and do them daily - even for a few minutes. You'll find this benefits not only your physical health, but also your mental state to a surprising degree. There are many types of breathwork out there - look for YouTube video tutorials, or try some yoga Pranayama practices.
I hope you found this episode as interesting and empowering as I did! If so, spread the word by sharing this post with others who may also gain some benefit from it.
To your health and longevity,
Rose.
By identifying hidden risk factors and implementing simple, proven, natural strategies, you can dramatically improve your quality of life - and its length.
3 FREE Tips for Improving Longevity Naturally:
1. Get Sunshine Daily
Exposing your skin to sunlight - especially in the morning, is a simple step you can do to improve your mood, your health, and your longevity. You don't need to spend hours in the sun for results - in fact, this isn't the best idea for your health. 20-30 minutes of early morning sunshine (before it's strong enough to burn) is plenty.
2. Walk on the Earth
The concept of "Earthing" or grounding may sound a bit "woo-woo," but more and more scientific evidence points to the importance of being in contact with the surface of the Earth - which, if you think about it, makes perfect sense! We were all made to live and walk on this planet, so cutting off contact necessarily leaves something lacking... While it may be difficult during the winter in some climates, try to take some time daily to walk outside barefoot in the grass, or lie on the ground on a blanket in the shade - whatever you can do to maintain contact with the ground beneath us all.
3. Breathe!
Again, this is one of the simplest things you can do to improve your health - and your lifespan. You don't have to buy an expensive oxygen chamber or anything like that - just take some time to learn a few breathwork practices, and do them daily - even for a few minutes. You'll find this benefits not only your physical health, but also your mental state to a surprising degree. There are many types of breathwork out there - look for YouTube video tutorials, or try some yoga Pranayama practices.
I hope you found this episode as interesting and empowering as I did! If so, spread the word by sharing this post with others who may also gain some benefit from it.
To your health and longevity,
Rose.
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