Understand the biology of aging and the external forces driving the aging process. Learn how scientists measure decline at the cellular level. Dr. Mark Hyman hosts Eric Verdin, CEO of the Buck Institute, to discuss the fundamental mechanisms of aging. This conversation breaks down how environmental factors like gravity, UV radiation, and oxidative stress contribute to biological decline. If you are interested in the science behind why we age rapidly and how that leads to chronic disease, this discussion provides a clear, evidence-based overview of current research. Verdin explains the ongoing work at the Buck Institute, a leading facility dedicated to the study of aging. The discussion focuses on identifying the specific stressors our bodies face daily and how those forces accumulate into disorder. By examining the biology of aging, you will gain a better understanding of the physiological challenges that drive long-term health issues and the aging process as a whole. Subscribe for weekly science and health breakdowns, and tell us in the comments if you want more episodes on the biology of aging. Get my FREE guide 3 Steps to Reverse Aging when you sign up for my weekly health picks 👉 https://bit.ly/IncreaseHealthspan View Show Notes From This Episode: https://bit.ly/ep-983 What if aging wasn’t inevitable, but something you could slow—or even reverse? In this episode of “The Dr. Hyman Show,” Dr. Eric Verdin, the president of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, and I dive deep into the science of longevity. Discover how lifestyle choices, mitochondrial health, and cutting-edge research are transforming our understanding of aging. From fasting and nutrient sensing to emerging therapies like CD38 inhibitors, this episode reveals actionable insights to help you live a longer, healthier life. This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, BIOptimizers, LMNT, and Fatty 15. Streamline your lab orders with Rupa Health. Access more than 3,500 specialty lab tests and register for a FREE live demo at RupaHealth.com. Don’t let stress take over your holidays. Try Magnesium Breakthrough from BiOptimizers. Head to Bioptimizers.com/Hyman and use code HYMAN10 to save 10%. LMNT is giving listeners a FREE eight-count sample pack of their vital electrolyte drink mix with any purchase. Just visit DrinkLMNT.com/Hyman today. Fatty15 contains pure, award-winning C15:0 in a bioavailable form. Get an exclusive 15% off a 90-day starter kit subscription. Just visit Fatty15.com and use code DRHYMAN10 to get started.