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EPISODE · Feb 3, 2025 · 35 MIN

Unlocking Longevity: Siim Land on Slowing Biological Aging and Optimizing Health

from What Are You Made Of? · host Mike "C-Roc" Ciorrocco

Mike “C-Roc” welcomes Siim Land, an eight-time bestselling author from Estonia, known for his expertise in health, fitness, and longevity. Siim holds a degree in anthropology and has gained recognition for ranking number one in the Rejuvenation Olympics for having the slowest biological aging speed. He explains how this ranking is based on the Dunedin Pace Test, which measures DNA methylation to determine the rate of aging. At the time of his record, his biological aging speed was 0.62, meaning he was aging at only 62% of a normal chronological year. Siim also discusses other biological age tests, particularly those based on blood markers, which he finds more reliable. According to one such test, his biological age was measured at just 17 years old, despite being chronologically 30. The conversation dives into the impact of lifestyle on aging, touching on the effects of sleep, diet, exercise, and cognitive engagement. Siim emphasizes the importance of building cognitive reserve through lifelong learning, problem-solving, and social interaction to help maintain mental sharpness and reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases. The discussion also explores the philosophical aspects of consciousness, perception, and reality, questioning how collective agreement shapes what we consider real. Siim shares his perspective on the mind-body connection, aiming to cultivate the wisdom of age while maintaining the vitality of youth. Tune in to this thought-provoking episode to gain insights into optimizing longevity, enhancing cognitive function, and redefining the aging process. Website-https://www.siimland.co/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/siimland/

Mike “C-Roc” welcomes Siim Land, an eight-time bestselling author from Estonia, known for his expertise in health, fitness, and longevity. Siim holds a degree in anthropology and has gained recognition for ranking number one in the Rejuvenation Olympics for having the slowest biological aging speed. He explains how this ranking is based on the Dunedin Pace Test, which measures DNA methylation to determine the rate of aging. At the time of his record, his biological aging speed was 0.62, meaning he was aging at only 62% of a normal chronological year. Siim also discusses other biological age tests, particularly those based on blood markers, which he finds more reliable. According to one such test, his biological age was measured at just 17 years old, despite being chronologically 30. The conversation dives into the impact of lifestyle on aging, touching on the effects of sleep, diet, exercise, and cognitive engagement. Siim emphasizes the importance of building cognitive reserve through lifelong learning, problem-solving, and social interaction to help maintain mental sharpness and reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases. The discussion also explores the philosophical aspects of consciousness, perception, and reality, questioning how collective agreement shapes what we consider real. Siim shares his perspective on the mind-body connection, aiming to cultivate the wisdom of age while maintaining the vitality of youth. Tune in to this thought-provoking episode to gain insights into optimizing longevity, enhancing cognitive function, and redefining the aging process. Website-https://www.siimland.co/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/siimland/

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