Have you ever thought about what determines your longevity? You might think it boils down to genetics, but the truth is that our behaviors and attitudes are also major contributing factors to how long we live. However, we shouldn’t only focus on living longer—I believe we should focus on being healthy, vibrant, and active as long as we possibly can.   On this compilation episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to hear from six experts on the topic of human longevity. You’re going to learn the science behind fasting and longevity, the importance of shifting the way we think about aging, and specific eating habits and patterns you can engage in to optimize your metabolism and overall health.   You’re going to hear everything from simple lifestyle shifts you can implement to the actual biology of aging. This episode contains important information on metabolic health, digestion, the science of longevity genes, and so much more. So listen in, take good notes, and enjoy the show!  In this episode you’ll discover: An important distinction between lifespan and health span.  The role that playing has in our longevity.  How intermittent fasting builds your metabolic machinery.  The importance of eating intuitively and listening to your satiety cues. Two hormones that are increased by exercising while fasted.  What aging in reverse means. How to change your mindset about aging.  The problem with making and validating excuses. Why giving your body a break from producing insulin is so powerful. What modified fasting is.  The importance of eating real food and eating seasonally. Why humans are electrical beings.  How eating around the clock interferes with digestion. What homeostasis is and how it can contribute to weight gain.  The importance of varying your diet and becoming metabolically flexible. How longevity genes are activated by lifestyle habits.  The health benefits of eating food with xenohormetic molecules. How measuring your blood sugar can help you gauge your metabolic health. What the key to metabolic health and energy is.  The two detrimental things that happen when you eat often.  Items mentioned in this episode include: Foursigmatic.com/model -- Get an exclusive discount on your daily health elixirs! Beekeepersnaturals.com/model -- Save 25% on raw honey & other natural remedies! Burn Fat & Become More Metabolically Flexible with Mark Sisson – Episode 257 How to Change Your State & Age in Reverse with Natalie Jill – Episode 347 The Secret Role of Fat Cells with Dr. Alejandro Junger – Episode 535 Cross-Training Your Nutrition with Chalene Johnson – Episode 342 Why We Age & Why We Don’t Have to with Dr. David Sinclair – Episode 381 Instantly Boost Your Energy with Dr. Jonny Bowden - Episode 550 Aging in Reverse by Natalie Jill Clean by Dr Alejandro Junger  Clean Gut by Dr. Alejandro Junger  Clean Eats by Dr. Alejandro Junger  In Search of the Miraculous by P.D. Ouspensky   Lifespan by Dr. David Sinclair The Carbohydrate Addict’s Diet by Drs. Rachael F. Heller & Richard F. Heller  Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation  Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:  Apple Podcasts Stitcher Spotify Soundcloud *Download Transcript