BF 023 – Dr. Walter Bortz II
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Dr. Walter Bortz II
Dr. Walter Bortz II
Dr. Walter Michael Bortz II is an American physician (gerontologist and geriatrician) and author who teaches medicine at Stanford University. He is one of America’s leading scientific experts on aging, and promotes the possibility of a 100-year lifespan. He is currently writing his ninth book titled Aging is Negotiable.
In this Brand Fifty podcast episode you’ll discover:
- His exploration in engineering the human potential.
- Dr Bortz’ involvement with the Western States 100.
- His research on health and fitness as people age.
- The importance of studying coronary arteries of long distance runners and his published article called Coronary Artery. Dimensions in Long Distance Runners.
- What is Dr. Bortz II view on retirement?
- The secrets to living a long and healthy life before and after retirement.
- How people can protect themselves from brain diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer’s.
- Dr. Bortz’ view on nutrition.
- Guidelines to live to be 100.
- The dangers of diabetes, and the effects of sugar.
- Why it is important to live life as an optimist.
