#213 Renee Fitton: Fasting with Food: How ProLon Boosts Autophagy, Hormones, and Cellular Renewal

🧠 Want to boost your mental clarity, focus, and long-term brain health in just 5 minutes a day? Grab your free copy of Unlock Your Brain’s Superpower – Claudia’s science-backed blueprint for daily brain upgrades. Download it here: https://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/brainSponsor:🍽️ Want the benefits of fasting without the struggle? ProLon’s 5-day fasting-mimicking diet helps reset your system while keeping you nourished. Get 15% off + a bonus gift at https://prolonlife.com/claudia!About episode: Fasting and longevity are two buzzwords in the wellness world, but the thought of “fasting with food” sounds almost too good to be true! While fasting is challenging for most, what if there was a way to trigger deep cellular renewal without giving up mealtimes?Today’s episode explores the cellular magic of fasting mimicking diets with Renee Fitton, a longevity dietitian and Director of Education at L-Nutra, the company behind the revolutionary ProLon and Fasting Mimicking Diet programs. With a Master’s in Longevity and Nutrition, Renee has helped thousands harness fasting’s power to activate autophagy, balance hormones, and promote metabolic health using science-backed, approachable strategies.We dive into what actually happens at a cellular level when you fast, the differences between intermittent fasting and prolonged fasting, and why autophagy is crucial for healthy aging. Renee also breaks down how ProLon makes fasting accessible, safer, and muscle-protective especially for women navigating stress, hormonal shifts, or menopause.Discover how fasting can transform your relationship with food, kickstart cellular rejuvenation, and empower you to take charge of your long-term wellness.Curious about fasting without giving up food? Tune in! Show notes: http://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/podcast-213-renee-fitton

🧠 Want to boost your mental clarity, focus, and long-term brain health in just 5 minutes a day? Grab your free copy of Unlock Your Brain’s Superpower – Claudia’s science-backed blueprint for daily brain upgrades. Download it here: https://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/brainSponsor:🍽️ Want the benefits of fasting without the struggle? ProLon’s 5-day fasting-mimicking diet helps reset your system while keeping you nourished. Get 15% off + a bonus gift at https://prolonlife.com/claudia!About episode: When we talk about optimizing our health and unlocking human potential, we often jump straight to diet, exercise, or supplements. But what if the most powerful tool lies deep within - learning to master ourselves from the inside out?Today’s guest, Dr. Mark Atkinson, is a pioneer in integrative medicine and founder of the Human Potential Academy. Not only has he mentored over a thousand coaches and practitioners, he’s also the Medical Director at Sensei, blending neuroscience, biofeedback, and AI to redefine peak human health and performance. You may know him from his seminal book The Mind Body Bible, or his renowned programs like the Human Potential Coach Training and Psychological Fitness Specialist Certification.In this episode, we dive into Dr. Mark’s revolutionary framework for “inner leadership.” We unpack how mastering your mind, regulating your nervous system, optimizing your health, and connecting to your inner core can lead to true self-mastery and elevated performance. Dr. Mark shares practical tools to quiet mental chatter, cultivate the “inner smile,” and build emotional resilience - empowering you to live consciously, manage stress, and lead from your deepest authentic self.Ready to transform the way you live, lead, and age? Tune in! Show notes: http://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/podcast-212-dr-mark-atkinson

👉 Ready to level up your life? 🚀 Discover my 10 Hacks to Improve Your Life & Longevity Playbook! Smarter, healthier, and more exciting living starts here. Grab your free copy now at https://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/freebie!Sponsor:🍽️ Want the benefits of fasting without the struggle? ProLon’s 5-day fasting-mimicking diet helps reset your system while keeping you nourished. Get 15% off + a bonus gift at https://prolonlife.com/claudia!About episode: When it comes to longevity and optimal living, how often do we think about harnessing the power of our own brains? We may focus on diet, movement, or sleep, but understanding and training our brain is a vital - yet often overlooked - element in the longevity toolkit.On today’s episode, we unlock the mysteries of brain health, neurofeedback, and cognitive enhancement with Ariel Garten, neuroscientist, psychotherapist, and co-founder of Muse - the revolutionary brain-sensing headband. Ariel brings a powerful blend of neuroscience expertise and entrepreneurial creativity, having developed cutting-edge technologies that make brain training and meditation more accessible and impactful for everyday life.Our conversation dives into how EEG headbands can provide real-time feedback on your brainwaves, the breakthrough science behind meditation and its effects on brain aging, Muse’s role in improving sleep quality, cognitive performance, and even attention in neurodiverse populations. Ariel shares actionable protocols for beginners, evidence-based benefits for anxiety and burnout, and the fascinating future of brain-computer interfaces, ethics, and neurotechnology.Ready to learn how you can train your brain for better health, reduced stress, sharper focus, and a longer, happier life?Tune in! Show notes: http://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/podcast-211-ariel-garten

🧠 Want to boost your mental clarity, focus, and long-term brain health in just 5 minutes a day? Grab my free copy of Unlock Your Brain’s Superpower – my science-backed blueprint for daily brain upgrades.👉 Download it here: https://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/brainAbout episode: Step behind the scenes of peak brain performance in the final episode of the Brain Optimization Blueprint series.In this solo episode, I share my personal Brain Longevity Protocol - built over years of interviews, research, and real-life testing. From managing my own ADHD to supporting my mother through dementia, this isn’t theory. It’s the exact routine that keeps me focused, energized, and mentally resilient while running a business and raising a family.I walk you through my full daily system: → Morning rituals to boost dopamine and clarity → My go-to supplements, nutrition, and brain tech → Flow tools and deep work strategies → Sleep hacks and detox routines → Testing, tracking, and my favorite brain booksIf you’ve ever wondered “But what do you actually do, Claudia?” - this one’s for you.This isn’t about perfection. It’s about consistency, intention, and knowing your brain can thrive at any age.Let’s dive in.Show notes: http://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/podcast-210-claudia-on-brain-health-part-6

👉 Ready to level up your life? 🚀 Discover my 10 Hacks to Improve Your Life & Longevity Playbook! Smarter, healthier, and more exciting living starts here. Grab your free copy now at https://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/freebie!About episode: Caregiving for aging loved ones is a reality many of us will face, and yet it often feels overwhelming and isolating. The administrative load, emotional toll, and sheer responsibility can make you feel alone on a journey that millions are walking every day.In this episode, I speak with Shauna Sweeney, founder and CEO of Tender Care. Drawing on her own experience as a primary caregiver for her father, Shauna has tapped into her background in big tech to build a platform designed to support and empower family caregivers as they navigate the challenges of dementia, Alzheimer’s, and chronic illness.We dive into the emotional realities of caregiving, the critical need for support systems, and how technology - including AI - can give time back to caregivers so they can focus on meaningful moments with loved ones. Shauna also shares practical advice for building your own caregiver “toolbox,” the value of community, and why asking for (and accepting) help is vital for wellbeing.Tune in!Show notes: http://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/podcast-209-shauna-sweeney

👉 Ready to level up your life? 🚀 Discover my 10 Hacks to Improve Your Life & Longevity Playbook! Smarter, healthier, and more exciting living starts here. Grab your free copy now at https://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/freebie!About episode: Discover the overlooked power of love, connection, and purpose in optimizing your brain health in Part 5 of the Brain Optimization Blueprint series.In this episode, I explore how emotional safety, aligned purpose, and psychedelic science can rewire the brain for clarity, resilience, and healing. Backed by cutting-edge research and insights from leading experts like Dr. Molly Maloof, Dr. Dave Rabin, Dr. Julia Mirer, Talia Eisenberg, and Shawn Wells, we uncover why your relationships and your “why” - may be the most important brain boosters of all.You’ll learn how oxytocin, authentic connection, and nervous system regulation influence your longevity, and how next-gen therapies are opening new doors to transformation.This isn’t just neuroscience - it’s a call back to wholeness.Let’s dive in. Your brain and your heart will thank you.Show notes: http://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/podcast-208-claudia-on-brain-health-part-5

🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎉 We’re giving you the chance to win one of 3 bottles of Blue Eyes Drops from Mitozen! This powerful formula blends Methylene Blue, Colloidal Silver, and Quinton Sea Water to support: ✨ Eye health ⚡ Cellular energy 🛡️ Antimicrobial defenseIt’s designed to work synergistically with light therapy to supercharge your mitochondria and give your wellness routine a futuristic boost. To enter, just head to our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/longevityandlifestyle or Facebook pinned giveaway posts https://www.facebook.com/claudiavonB and follow the steps!1️⃣ Tag three friends in the comments who need to hear this episode. ✅2️⃣ Share your biggest takeaway from this podcast episode. ✅The giveaway ends May 21st. Good luck!About episode: Mitochondrial health sits at the heart of true vitality and longevity but how do we actually optimize it? While diet, exercise, and sleep usually get all the attention, groundbreaking science and functional medicine are opening an entirely new world of possibilities.In today’s episode, we unlock the secrets of energy, deep cellular healing, and resilience with leading functional medicine expert Dr. John Lieurance. With over 30 years of experience as a chiropractic neurologist and naturopath, Dr. John is at the cutting edge of therapies that empower the body and mind. He’s the founder of Advanced Rejuvenation, scientific advisor for Mitozen, and author of Melatonin Miracle Molecule and Methylene Blue: Magic Bullet.We explore the transformative effects of molecules like methylene blue, melatonin, and NAD+. Dr. John shares how these powerful compounds, combined with tools like red light and oxygen therapies, can supercharge your mitochondria - the energy engines of your cells - and why this may be the key to lasting health and even cancer prevention.We dig into topics like high-dose melatonin for cellular recovery, the truth behind serotonin syndrome, and the future of regenerative therapies such as advanced stem cell protocols.Ready to tap into new levels of health, vitality, and performance? Tune in!Show notes: http://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/podcast-207-dr-john-lieurance

👉 Ready to level up your life? 🚀 Discover my 10 Hacks to Improve Your Life & Longevity Playbook! Smarter, healthier, and more exciting living starts here. Grab your free copy now at https://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/freebie!About episode: Welcome to Part 4 of the Brain Optimization Blueprint series!In this episode, we explore one of the most underestimated yet powerful drivers of brain health: the gut-brain connection.Brain fog, mood swings, cravings, anxiety - your gut could be the hidden culprit.Claudia unpacks how inflammation, insulin resistance, and gut imbalances impact your focus, energy, and emotional well-being and how to fix it.Learn science-backed strategies and insights from top experts like Dr. David Perlmutter, Dr. Dale Bredesen, Dr. Kristen Willeumier, and more.From blood sugar hacks to microbiome-boosting foods and vagus nerve stimulation, you’ll walk away with a practical gut-brain reset you can start today.Your brain listens to your gut. Let’s feed it right.Show notes: http://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/podcast-206-claudia-on-brain-health-part-4

👉 Ready to level up your life? 🚀 Discover my 10 Hacks to Improve Your Life & Longevity Playbook! Smarter, healthier, and more exciting living starts here. Grab your free copy now at https://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/freebie!About episode: Welcome to Part 3 of the Brain Optimization Blueprint series!In this episode, we dive into one of the most underestimated and transformational pillars of brain health: stress resilience and emotional regulation.Chronic stress isn’t just emotional - it literally rewires your brain, shrinking your memory center and growing your fear center. But here’s the good news: you can rewire it back. And I’ll show you how.I’m sharing science-backed tools and insights from top experts like Dr. Dave Rabin, Professor Marc Brackett, Dr. Julia Jones, and Dr. Steven Sideroff along with practical daily habits I’ve developed for myself and my clients to calm the nervous system, boost heart rate variability, and shift from survival mode to thriving.Discover powerful tools like:The Resilience Rhythm method for emotional regulationBox breathing and the stress-rewiring loopHow music, gratitude, and breathwork impact your brainHow to track and improve your HRV (stress fitness score)And why purposeful recovery is not laziness—it’s brain optimizationThis isn’t just about feeling better - it’s about unlocking clarity, performance, better relationships, and true longevity.Your nervous system is listening. Let’s train it well.Tune in!Show notes: http://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/podcast-205-claudia-on-brain-health-part-3

👉 Ready to level up your life? 🚀 Discover my 10 Hacks to Improve Your Life & Longevity Playbook! Smarter, healthier, and more exciting living starts here. Grab your free copy now at https://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/freebie!About episode: Explore the transformative potential of light in today's episode with Sarah Turner, a trailblazing neurobiologist and co-founder of CeraThrive. As a red light therapy innovator, Sarah is on a mission to revolutionize brain and gut health using light. With a rich background in neuroscience, nutritional medicine, and photobiomodulation, she brings a unique blend of hard science and cutting-edge technology to the table.We discuss Sarah's journey from pharmaceutical research to revolutionizing the gut-brain axis and learn how red light therapy can be a game-changer for cognitive and physical optimization. We delve into the science of light, the secrets of the gut-brain connection, and the future of health optimization, including insights into reducing inflammation, enhancing neuroplasticity, and potential longevity benefits.Are you ready to harness the power of light and unlock a sharper, healthier, and longer life? Tune in!Show notes: http://longevity-and-lifestyle.com/podcast-204-sarah-turner