Episode 495: New Research On Aged Garlic Extract, NAD+, And Heart Health

This week, Joel Kahn, MD, dives into fascinating new research on aged garlic extract and its potential role in healthy aging, muscle function, and cardiovascular wellness. He reviews a recent study showing how aged garlic extract improved muscle and aging markers in mice while also activating the NAMPT pathway in humans, which may help boost NAD+ production. Dr. Kahn also breaks down several newer studies highlighting the cardiovascular benefits of aged garlic extract, a supplement he's used at the Kahn Center for more than a decade. He discusses the specific Kyolic formula available here: Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract Additional topics include dietary nitrates from greens and nitric oxide production, the Mediterranean diet and longevity, high-intensity interval training and heart health, visual acuity and lifespan, plant-based diets and breast cancer outcomes, and the connection between poor sleep and survival rates.  This episode is brought to you by VINIA and their line of heart-supporting products.