Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,

Dr. Gillian Lockitch
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Welcome to Growing Older, Living Younger, the podcast where you will discover ways to boost your metabolism, enhance your mental and physical energy, and ward off disorders we wrongly think are inevitable as we age. Hosted by Dr. Gillian Lockitch, former specialist in Medical Biochemistry, professor, researcher and international speaker, the show airs weekly every Monday. Each episode is a 30 - 45 minutes, exploring ways in which genetic and epigenetic (gene expression) science and medicine may intersect with ancient, non-western wellness practices to help you extend your health span to live younger. The show features practitioners in mental and physical health, fitness, nutrition, personal care, community, networking and entrepreneurship, to help you create your personal roadmap to aging youthfully.

  1. 18h ago

    Slowing Biological Aging Naturally: Autophagy, Diet and Longevity with Leslie Kenny

    What if one of the most powerful anti-aging tools already exists within your body? This episode explores autophagy, the body's natural cellular renewal system, and how activating it can support healthy aging and longevity. Longevity expert Leslie Kenny shares her personal journey of reversing autoimmune disease and translating cutting-edge science into practical strategies. Listeners will discover how autophagy promoting spermidine, proper nutrition, and baseline lifestyle habits influence cellular repair, resilience, and biological aging.   Leslie Kenny is the founder of Oxford Healthspan, a company focused on translating longevity science into practical health solutions. She is a longevity researcher with expertise in cellular aging, autophagy, and immune system modulation. Her career includes work in finance and policy before a personal medical crisis led her to transition into health science. She specializes in spermidine research and its role in activating autophagy and influencing the hallmarks of aging. She is co-founder of the Oxford Longevity Project, a nonprofit dedicated to education in healthy aging.  Episode Timeline  00:00 – Welcome and introduction  02:00 – Reframing aging as a modifiable biological process  03:50 – Leslie Kenny's autoimmune diagnosis and turning point  10:50 – Limitations of modern healthcare and the need for prevention  14:50 – What autophagy is and why it matters for longevity  17:00 – Spermidine and its role in cellular renewal pathways  21:30 – Nutrition, mushrooms, and dietary sources of spermidine  24:30 – Hallmarks of aging and systemic cellular decline  31:00 – Development of Primadine and supplement formulation science  37:00 – Practical strategies: fasting, diet, and supplementation  41:30 – Key takeaways on influencing biological agin  Connect with Leslie Kenny  https://oxfordhealthspan.com  Instagram: @lesliesnewprime @oxfordhealthspan @oxfordlongevityproject To try Primadine Spermidine Supplement: Code: GOLY15 Link: https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/GOLY15 Please note that Dr. Lockitch retired from medical practice and does not diagnose, prescribe for or treat any medical conditions. Before ordering any product discussed in these podcasts, consult your health care practitioner. Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch  at https://www.askdrgill.com/ or email: askdrgill@gmail.com  Subscribe to Growing Older Living Younger on your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to help others discover the show.   Join the Growing Older Living Younger Community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/growingolderlivingyoungercommunity  Download Guide to Nature's Colorful Antioxidants 2026

    45 min
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  3. 3d ago

    FB Dr. Tracey Gendron: Ageism Unmasked: Ending Age Bias

    Flashback Friday - Episode 32  dates from Dec 2021 but ageism is still a hot topic in 2026 "Too old at 72? Careful. Ageism is out. We'll have the law on you! (Melvyn Bragg)" Hubris? I avoid 'isms' but I open this conversation with an anecdote of the first overt instance of ageism that I personally encountered, just before recording this podcast. Today's guest explores the structural ways we tolerate and promote behaviors toward people based solely on their age and how cultural norms and prejudices unconsciously shape our treatment of others and expectations about our own aging.   We talk about what ageism, ableism and successful aging means and how these concepts affect both societal attitudes but also our own perceptions of ourselves extending into every factet of life including technology.   Learn more about Dr. Gendron's work at www.traceygendron.com Her book: Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It.   Dr. Gillian Lockitch To learn how you can decelerate your aging trajectory,  stay vibrant and vigorous, or start your own online business in wellness and anti-aging, book a call with me by email at askdrgill@gmail.com Order your personal copy of Growing Older Living Younger, the Science of Aging Gracefully and the Art of Retiring Comfortably at www.gillianlockitch.com

    34 min

  4. Jun 8

    271 Can Plasma Exchange Slow Aging? What the Circulate Trial Reveals with Dr. Brad Younggren

    What if aging is not only driven by what happens inside our cells, but also by factors circulating in our blood? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch talks with Brad Younggren to explore the emerging science behind therapeutic plasma exchange and its potential to influence inflammation, biological aging, and chronic disease. Drawing on human clinical trial data, including the Circulate Trial, he explains how removing pro-aging factors from plasma may impact biomarkers, biological age, and overall healthspan. This conversation offers a fascinating glimpse into the future of longevity medicine while reinforcing the importance of foundational lifestyle strategies for aging youthfully.  Dr. Brad Younggren is the CEO and co-founder of Circulate Health, a company focused on advancing human healthspan through innovative therapies. He is a board-certified emergency physician and former U.S. Army combat physician, where he was awarded the Bronze Star and Combat Medical Badge. Dr. Younggren has held multiple leadership roles at the forefront of healthcare innovation, including President and Chief Medical Officer at 98.6, where he helped develop AI-powered primary care solutions. His career spans digital health, medical devices, and global healthcare delivery. Today, he leads research into therapeutic plasma exchange and its potential role in longevity science and chronic disease.  Episode Timeline:  00:00 – Welcome and introduction  02:30 – Aging beyond the cell: circulating factors in the bloodstream and their role in inflammation and disease  05:00 – Dr. Younggren's journey from emergency medicine to healthcare innovation and longevity science  09:00 – The evolution of digital health and smartphone-based diagnostics  12:00 – What is therapeutic plasma exchange and how it has been used in medicine for decades  15:45 – The Circulate Trial explained: study design, treatment groups, and control methodology  18:30 – Measuring outcomes: biomarkers, cognitive testing, grip strength, and biological clocks  21:00 – Key findings: biological age reduction and changes in proteomic markers  24:30 – Translating complex science into practical biomarkers patients can track  26:30 – Applications beyond longevity: chronic disease, Alzheimer's research, and long COVID  30:30 – Microplastics and plasma exchange: emerging research and early findings  33:00 – Evaluating longevity therapies: why human data matters  35:30 – Foundational health habits versus advanced interventions  36:50 – Wrap-up and key takeaways   Connect with Dr. Brad Younggren  Circulate Health: https://www.circulate.health  Circulate Trial publication (Aging Cell journal)  Information on plasma exchange and ongoing research initiatives   Call to Action:  Find Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and the Art of Retiring Comfortably  (North America) or on Kindle  Subscribe to Growing Older Living Younger on your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to help others discover the show.   Join the Growing Older Living Younger Community  Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch  at https://www.askdrgill.com/ or email: askdrgill@gmail.com  Download Guide to Nature's Colorful Antioxidants. 2026

    39 min

  5. Jun 5

    FB 008 Dr. Harley Rotbart : 7 Keys to Life With No Regrets

    FLASHBACK FRIDAY EPISODE 008 May 2021 'A man is not old until regrets take the place of dreams.' (John Barrymore) 'Miracles are objects and events in nature and in our lives, that cannot be fully explained or recreated' (Dr. Harley Rotbart) Dr. Harley Rotbart is the author of "No Regrets Living: 7 keys to a life of Wonder and Contentment", is an infectious disease specialist, Professor and Vice-Chair Emeritus of Paediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Having over 175 medical and scientific publications, his career is deeply rooted in science. Yet his experiences as a physician at Children's Hospital Colorado, taught him to believe in miracles, and that there are things beyond our ability to know.  His 7 Keys to a life of content encompass belief in a power greater than ourselves, discovering the messiah within each of us, healing evil whether within ourselves or in the world around us, appreciating and giving thanks, accepting things we regret by putting them into the context in which they  occurred, seeking purpose and also self-forgiveness and finally growing, by looking back and seeing how far we have come and knowing there is growth still to come. Dr. Rotbart suggests that we have to discover miracles around us in order to appreciate the non-miraculous moments in our lives, that is, discover the magnificence around us. Live like you are dying and don't put off important things to the future. Accept that there is something greater than us, whatever your unique belief may be, and be humbled by knowing there are some things that are out of our control. Connect with Doctor Rotbart at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/harleyrotbart  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harleyrotbartmd/  Website: https://www.harleyrobart.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harley-rotbart-m-d-4817a66/  Contact Dr. Gillian Lockitch to learn how you can decelerate your aging trajectory,  stay vibrant and vigorous, or start your own online business in wellness and anti-aging:Email: askdrgill@gmail.com Website. https://www.askdrgill.com Email me to book a complimentary Living Younger Call  Order your copy of Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and the Art of Retiring Comfortably at www.gillianlockitch.com

    33 min

  6. Jun 1

    The Hidden Driver of Aging: How Self-Talk Shapes Your Healthspan with Anne Poirier

    What if the most powerful determinant of how you age is not your biology, but your inner dialogue? In this episode, Anne Poirier explores how self-talk shapes emotional wellbeing, behavior, and ultimately healthspan. Negative inner dialogue can reinforce stress, limit confidence, and influence lifestyle choices that impact aging. Drawing from her lived experience and three decades of professional work, Anne explains how shifting from self-criticism to self-compassion can transform both mental and physical health. Listeners will learn practical strategies to reframe their inner voice, adopt body neutrality, and support healthier, more empowered aging. Anne Poirier is a nationally recognized body image expert and founder of Shaping Perspectives. She is a certified Intuitive Eating counselor, self-talk trainer, and eating disorder specialist with a degree in Exercise Science. She is the author of The Body Joyful, Not a Fat Annie, and The Body Neutrality Playbook.  Episode Timeline  00:00 – Welcome and introduction 04:30 – The role of self-talk in shaping behavior and identity 05:06 – Anne's early experiences with body image and eating disorder 10:32 – How childhood messaging and environment shape self-talk 16:39 – Body neutrality vs body positivity explained 18:37 – The "body bully" and transforming inner criticism 23:02 – Steps to heal your relationship with your body 25:16 – How self-talk impacts physical health and aging 30:03 – Overview of Anne's books and frameworks 32:41 – One simple daily practice to shift self-talk 34:45 – Wrap-up and key takeaways  Where to connect with Anne Poirier  https://shapingperspectives.com LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/annepoirier11  Free gift: Body Confidence Unlocked  https://shapingperspectives.com/confidence/  Call to Action  Download: Holistic strategies to Build Back a Better Body Schedule a complimentary introductory call or video call  Contact Your Host: Dr. Gillian Lockitch Find Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and the Art of Retiring Comfortably (North America only) or on Kindle Join the Growing Older Living Younger Community   Subscribe to Growing Older Living Younger on your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to help others discover the show.

    37 min

  7. May 29

    FB 019 Esra Ogut: Money Does Grow On Trees- The Myths We Create and Live By

    Flashback Friday:   'What creates our reality is not really the action we're taking. But the being state that stands behind the action.'  (Esra B. Ogut) One of the seven key pillars of the Growing Older Living Younger roadmap to aging youthfully, is comprised of the 3 attributes Mindset, Mindfulness and Mindkeep. Earlier episodes of this podcast have focused on beliefs, behaviors and consequences, resilience and healing from trauma, living with purpose, and keeping your cognitive functions sharp.    Today we talk about transformation. How the myths we create through our life experiences can hold us back, or help us achieve what we desire, and how we can transform limiting beliefs into a force for positive growth.   Esra Ogut is a transformational coach, yoga teacher, and author of a new book. Money Does Grow on Trees: The Myths We Create and Live By. Transforming her own mythology, took her from working as a shoe salesgirl to living a millionaire life. With her husband, Ike, they run a certification program in transformational coaching.  Her key takeaway is the suggestion to do this  simple exercise every day, Be grateful and express your gratitude in 10-15 sentences for 2 to 3 different subjects that are already present in your life. Speak this and be grateful, until you sense a change of state within you;  until you start feeling different,  until you feel your frequency rise.  Then move on to start being grateful for things that you would want to happen in your life as if they have already happened. That's a very, very big tool of manifestation.  Connect with Esra: www.ikeandesranow.com Hello@ikeandesranow.com  Contact Dr. Gillian Lockitch to learn how you can decelerate your aging trajectory,  stay vibrant and vigorous, or start your own online business in wellness and anti-aging: https://linktr.ee/askdrgill   Email: askdrgill@gmail.com Schedule a complimentary Living Younger Discovery Call  by emailing Dr. Lockitch at askdrgill@gmail.com Order your copy of Growing Older Living Younger: The Science of Aging Gracefully and the Art of Retiring Comfortably at www.gillianlockitch.com - North America only

    33 min

  8. May 25

    The Healing Power of Play: Rebuiling Life After Loss at Any Age

    What if one of the most powerful tools for aging youthfully isn't found in a supplement, a diet, or even an exercise routine—but in how you think, play, and respond to life's most difficult moments? In this deeply moving and insightful conversation, Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with Kym Coco, who shares how profound loss became the catalyst for transformation, resilience, and renewed purpose. Drawing on her background in sports kinesiology, emotional awareness, and performance coaching, Kym reveals how mindset, movement, and intentional play can help rewire emotional responses and restore vitality. Listeners will discover how grief can become a gateway to growth, how simple shifts in self-talk can transform your inner critic into a supportive coach, and how engaging fully in the present moment—through activities like golf or dance—can restore joy, clarity, and resilience at any age. This episode offers both science-informed insight and practical tools to help you take control of how you age—mentally, emotionally, and physically.      Episode Timeline  00:00 – Welcome and introduction  Overview of the episode theme: healing through play, mindset, and emotional resilience  02:30 – Kym Coco's story and the origin of Miracle on the Mountainside  A powerful journey through trauma, recovery, and conscious healing  05:00 – Life-changing accident and mindset transformation  How surrender, belief, and active participation in healing shaped a new path  08:30 – Mind, body, and emotions as interconnected systems  How sensory input, beliefs, and emotional states influence physiology and decision-making  11:30 – Golf as a tool for healing and rebuilding life  Using structure, presence, and play to move through grief and uncertainty  14:30 – Dr. Gillian's personal story of dance and renewal  From loss to ballroom dancing and rediscovering joy and purpose  20:00 – Creating new pathways: the "100 golf courses" vision  Using challenge, novelty, and environment to rebuild identity and resilience  23:00 – The power of symbolic reminders: the "rock ritual"  Simple daily practices to reinforce agency, intention, and emotional choice  25:00 – Communication, emotional triggers, and conscious response  Tools to create space between reaction and response for better relationships  27:00 – Transforming the inner critic into a supportive coach  Practical strategies to shift self-talk and build resilience  29:00 – Daily practice for emotional resilience and vitality  Morning awareness, reframing thoughts, and integrating body and mind  30:50 – Key takeaways and closing reflections  Choosing joy, presence, and purposeful aging    Connect with Kym Coco https://swagtail.com/  Book: Miracle on the Mountainside  https://swagtail.com/podcastbonus/    Call to Action  Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch at https://www.askdrgill.com/ or email: askdrgill@gmail.com      Download  Holistic Strategies to Build Back a Better Body  2026  Subscribe to Growing Older Living Younger on your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to help others discover the show. Join the Growing Older Living Younger Community      Download  Holistic Strategies to Build Back a Better Body  2026

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Welcome to Growing Older, Living Younger, the podcast where you will discover ways to boost your metabolism, enhance your mental and physical energy, and ward off disorders we wrongly think are inevitable as we age. Hosted by Dr. Gillian Lockitch, former specialist in Medical Biochemistry, professor, researcher and international speaker, the show airs weekly every Monday. Each episode is a 30 - 45 minutes, exploring ways in which genetic and epigenetic (gene expression) science and medicine may intersect with ancient, non-western wellness practices to help you extend your health span to live younger. The show features practitioners in mental and physical health, fitness, nutrition, personal care, community, networking and entrepreneurship, to help you create your personal roadmap to aging youthfully.

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