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Melatonin and Heart Health: Understanding the AHA Abstract Without the Alarm
There is no proven casual link between melatonin and heart failure. By Dr. Travis Smith, DO – Bio Precision Aging Medical Editorial Team A recent analysis presented at the American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions 2025 sparked headlines suggesting that long-term melatonin use may increase the risk of heart failure. But before we draw conclusions, it’s critical to understand what the study actually showed—and what it did not prove. Let’s unpack the findings, the li
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The Silent Killer Hiding in Your Blood: Why Your hsCRP Number Could Predict Your Lifespan
Your cholesterol might be perfect, but if your hsCRP is above 3 mg/L, your risk of early death just tripled. This blood marker that 90% of people never test could be the difference between thriving at 80 or struggling at 60. A fter decades of monitoring every biomarker I could get my hands on, I've learned that the numbers that matter most aren't always the ones we're watching. Sure, everyone tracks cholesterol and blood sugar. But there's one marker that's been quietly predi
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How To Discuss Testosterone with Your Physician
What follows is a guide to discussing testosterone with your physician, what labs to monitor, what adjunctive therapies to consider, and what the trade-offs are. Testosterone & Aging: More Than Just One Hormone When people talk about testosterone (T) and “anti-aging,” there’s often an oversimplified narrative: “My T is low → I’ll take exogenous testosterone → I’ll feel better, live longer.” The reality is more nuanced. Testosterone is one node in a complex endocrine network.
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The Death of 3x10
By Dr. Jackson Taylor, PT, DPT, CPS, Contributor I've been seeing 3x10 since I was a freshman in high school. It has been the prescription in football weight rooms, the cookie-cutter sets plastered on bodybuilding magazines, and even the default dosage they drilled into us in Physical Therapy school. And while it's not "wrong," it's lazy. It's an easy, off-the-tongue statement—simple to remember, simple to prescribe. That's why it has survived. The Truth Muscle doesn't care a
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Understanding Shoulder Pain: Do You Need Surgery?
By Dr. Jackson Taylor, PT, DPT, CPS, Contributor Shoulder pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints, with nearly 70% of adults experiencing it at some point in life (Luime et al., 2004). But here's the catch: pain and structural damage don't always match up. Some men have MRI scans that look like a grenade went off in their shoulder yet feel fine. Others show little or no damage on imaging but are crippled by pain. Pain Without Damage Multiple studies show th
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Osteopenia: From Silent Bone Loss to Strength Your Action Plan for Reversing the Tide
Think osteopenia means you're too fragile to lift heavy weights? New research proves the opposite - high-intensity training can actually reverse bone loss and prevent fractures. The game-changing LIFTMOR study shows how. At 63, I've learned that our bones tell a story - one of resilience, adaptation, and the remarkable capacity for renewal when we give them the right signals. Today, I want to share groundbreaking discoveries about osteopenia that challenge everything we thoug
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The Insulin Paradox: Your Body's Most Misunderstood Longevity Hormone
Insulin: Friend, Foe, or Just Misunderstood? By Dr. Jackson R. Taylor | Contributing Author In the world of precision aging, few hormones are as simultaneously essential and potentially destructive as insulin. While this pancreatic powerhouse keeps us alive moment by moment, its dysregulation may be silently accelerating our biological clock. Understanding insulin's dual nature—and learning to optimize it—could be one of the most impactful interventions in your longevity too
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The Essential Guide to Muscle Growth and Lasting Strength
The Essential Guide to Muscle Growth and Lasting Strength By Dr. Jackson Taylor, PT, DPT, CPS | Bio Precision Aging Contributor The Essential Guide to Muscle Growth and Lasting Strength By Dr. Jackson Taylor, PT, DPT, CPS | Bio Precision Aging Contributor I've been in the gym most of my life—first as an athlete, later as a coach and clinician, and now as a husband and dad. And one thing I can tell you without hesitation: building muscle has changed everything for me. It's not
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Creatine is Having a Moment and It May Not Be for the Reason You Think
While everyone's talking about creatine for muscle gains, groundbreaking 2024 research reveals its most powerful benefit might be protecting your brain and enhancing cognitive function as you age. The secret? Your brain burns 20% of your daily energy—and creatine is its preferred fuel source. After decades in the fitness world and fifteen years of following anti-aging protocols, I thought I knew everything about creatine. I was wrong. While the supplement aisle buzzes with ta
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The Foundation Trinity: Why Exercise, Sleep, and Nutrition Are Non-Negotiable for Longevity
Consistent Exercise, Nutrition, and Sleep Represent the Trinity of Longevity I've noticed a consistent pattern in my conversations about health and wellness: people jump straight to the bells and whistles while ignoring the foundation. Whether it's the latest supplement stack, cold plunge protocols, infrared saunas, or which fitness tracker provides the most accurate HRV readings, these questions typically come from individuals who haven't mastered—or sometimes even started—t
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Berberine: Nature's Metformin That Rivals Prescription Drugs for Metabolic Health
Clinical trials prove berberine matches metformin's glucose control while slashing cholesterol by 29 percent and triglycerides by 35 percent - without prescription side effects . On my 16 year journey to optimizing my health through evidence-based interventions, I have encountered countless natural compounds claiming miraculous benefits. However, few have impressed me as much as berberine, a golden-yellow alkaloid that has emerged from traditional Chinese medicine to become
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Apple Cider Vinegar: The Metabolic Game-Changer Your Doctor Never Told You About
New clinical research reveals that 30 milliliters of apple cider vinegar daily can slash hemoglobin A1C levels by 0.50 percent while dramatically improving cholesterol profiles in just 8 weeks. Throughout my journey to transform my health through evidence-based protocols, I have encountered countless supplements and interventions promising miraculous results. However, few have surprised me as much as the emerging science behind apple cider vinegar and its profound metabolic
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Your Cellular Age-Reversing Powerhouse
Revolutionary research reveals that 1 gram of omega-3 daily can turn back your biological clock. The fountain of youth might be swimming in our oceans. Over the last 15 years curiosity has fuel my fitness journey. I am constantly amazed by breakthrough discoveries that validate what many of us in the precision health community have suspected for years. The latest research on omega-3 fatty acids represents one of the most significant advances in our understanding of how nutr
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Zone 2 Training: The Low-Intensity Cardio Revolution Backed by 40+ Studies
The moderate-intensity exercise protocol that's transforming mitochondrial health, metabolic flexibility, and longevity for high-performers worldwide. The Science Spotlight Y our weekly deep dive into breakthrough research As someone who has spent over a decade optimizing my health through evidence-based protocols, I've witnessed countless fitness trends come and go. However, the recent explosion of research surrounding Zone 2 training represents something fundamentally diffe
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Magnesium Deficiency: The Hidden Epidemic Sabotaging Sleep and Recovery
Transform your sleep, recovery, and performance by addressing the most overlooked mineral deficiency affecting nearly half of all adults. The Science Spotlight Your weekly deep dive into breakthrough research As a senior executive who has transformed my health through evidence-based protocols, I've witnessed firsthand how addressing magnesium deficiency can revolutionize sleep quality and recovery. The research emerging from peer-reviewed journals paints a startling picture t
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Top 10 Biomarkers to Track Your Biological Age Compared to Your Chronological Age
Patient having blood drawn to test his biomarkers to determine his biological age I've learned fist hand that my driver's license age means nothing compared to what my cells are telling me about how I'm really aging. After 15 years of working with my anti-aging physician and diving deep into the latest research, I've discovered that tracking specific biomarkers has transformed not just my understanding of aging, but my entire approach to health optimization. The difference b
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Testosterone For Longevity
Testosterone is not just for masculinity or muscles - it is essential for longevity After decades of optimizing my physiology and being able to continue be as physically active in my 60s as I was in my 30s, I’ve learned that testosterone isn’t just about masculinity or muscle—it’s fundamentally about longevity. Recent groundbreaking clinical trials have revolutionized our understanding of testosterone’s role in healthy aging, while simultaneously revealing powerful natural
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Beating Heart Disease Before It Starts - Learn How Controlling Your Lipids Early Can Save Your Life
Your weekly deep dive into breakthrough research At 63, I've witnessed too many colleagues and friends receive that life-changing call from their cardiologist—"We found blockages." But here's what I've learned through my own transformation and the latest scientific evidence: the most powerful intervention isn't the one that happens after your first heart attack. It's the strategic action you take years before any symptoms appear. The data is crystal clear, and frankly, revolu
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Blood Sugar Spikes and Metabolic Aging: What You Need to Know
Discover how Blood Sugar Spikes and Metabolic Aging could determine how long and how well you live Your glucose meter might be more important than your bathroom scale. Blood Sugar Spikes and Metabolic Aging: What You Need to Know I've discovered something that changed my entire approach to health optimization: blood sugar spikes aren't just a diabetic's concern—they're a primary driver of accelerated aging in all of us . After decades of focusing on traditional metrics like
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Vitamin D for Immune Health, Bone Strength & Longevity Explained
Discover how Vitamin D for Immune Health, Bone Strength & Longevity Explained could be the key to living longer I've learned that the difference between aging and aging well often comes down to the fundamentals we can control . After decades in executive leadership and maintaining an active lifestyle, I've discovered that vitamin D isn't just another supplement—it's a cornerstone of precision health for those of us committed to longevity. The Science Spotlight - Your Weekly
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