Science-Backed Methods That Extend Your Life Far More Than Genetics Ever Will

The Model Health Show

Shawn Stevenson

Fitness, Health & Fitness, Nutrition

4.8 • 7.3K Ratings

🗓️ 19 January 2026

⏱️ 86 minutes

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Summary

Your genes influence many things about you, including your traits, and how your body operates. But is it actually true that our genes can control our health outcomes? Today, you’re going to learn about epigenetics, your ability to put the brakes on the aging process, and the science-backed habits that can boost your longevity. On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to hear my interview on the Mind Pump Show, where I discussed the impact your relationships have on your health, the truth about the role our genes play in dictating our health outcomes, and how to improve your biological age. You’re going to hear some interesting studies on vitamin D supplementation, the differences between whole and unprocessed foods, and the invaluable role that our relationships play in our lives. In this conversation, I’m also divulging some of the critical life lessons I’ve learned throughout the hardships of the past couple years, including my experiences with parenting, loss, and family dynamics. You’re going to learn about the benefits of having a healthy relationship with sun exposure, why our expectations can shape our experiences, and so much more. Enjoy! In this episode you’ll discover: How our relationships impact every area of our lives. (8:44) The connection between longevity and healthy relationships. (19:19) What epigenetics are and the truth about your perception. (32:47) The link between vitamin D levels and telomere length. (36:04) Why biological aging can vary based on habits. (37:36) What percentage of the population is vitamin D deficient. (39:59) Tips for optimal vitamin D supplementation. (41:45) The fascinating science on how your mindset can slow down aging. (47:50) How epicaloric controllers can affect your weight, hormones, and more. (56:04) Why your perception of stress can shape your experiences. (1:07:57) The value of having meaning and purpose in your life. (1:10:48) Items mentioned in this episode include: DrinkLMNT.com/model - Get a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any order! WildPastures.com/model - Get 20% off every box plus an additional $15 off! Mind Pump Show - Check out more episodes of Mind Pump Show on YouTube! Eat Smarter Family Cookbook - Transform the health, fitness, and connection of your entire family with the Eat Smarter Family Cookbook! Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes: Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Wild Pastures and LMNT. Head to DrinkLMNT.com/model to claim a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any purchase. Get 100% grassfed and finished beef, pasture raised chicken, and other nutrient dense, regenerative meats. Sign up with my link to get 20% of for life, plus an additional $15 off your first box at wildpastures.com/model.

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0:00.0	You are now listening to The Model Health Show with Sean Stevenson.
0:04.8	For more, visit themodelhealthshow.com.
0:09.9	Welcome to the model health show.
0:11.6	This is fitness and nutrition expert, Sean Stevenson,
0:13.7	and I'm so grateful for you tuning in with me today.
0:16.8	We've got big news.
0:18.0	Scientists have discovered there are specific genes
0:20.8	that are controlling
0:21.9	our levels of body fat and even obesity. Now, this wasn't just a couple of genes. There are over
0:28.4	400 genes that are affirmed as of this recording and they continue to find more and more.
0:36.1	This genetic complex is very complex, and that's part of the problem.
0:43.7	Scientists thought that we can find these specific genes and target these genes through different
0:48.3	therapies and medications to essentially manipulate the genes into not expressing that body fat that we don't want or expressing
0:56.1	obesity. One of those genes that was revealed was the FTO gene, also known as the fat mass
1:03.8	and obesity associated gene. And this gene was initially confirmed to be an obesity susceptible gene that predisposed individuals
1:14.2	to having obesity.
1:16.2	This was just huge news, front page headlines, all the things, but it turned out to not
1:24.5	be accurate because there are a tremendous amount of people who have this gene who are not
1:29.5	expressing obesity, not in the slightest. And so what's going on here? Well, unfortunately, the
1:34.7	dogma that our genes are controlling our health was proven to be untrue. One of the biggest
1:42.5	analysis ever conducted was published in the peer review journal
1:45.5	PLOS 1 and it was titled, Genetic Factors are not the major causes of chronic diseases.
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