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The First Lady of Nutrition welcomes renowned natural health and Ayurveda expert Dr. John Douillard to uncover what thousands of years of ancient wisdom can teach us about living longer, and why modern science is finally beginning to catch up. From the three Ayurvedic body types (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) to eating with the seasons and working with your natural circadian rhythm, Dr. Douillard explains why some of the smartest longevity “hacks” may not be new at all.

Ann Louise and Dr. Douillard also dive into some of today’s hottest health topics, including why revving up metabolism later in life may backfire, his concerns about peptides for people with a history of cancer, and why less may be more when it comes to melatonin. Plus, discover the surprising longevity connection between your lymphatic system, nitric oxide, and something most of us do roughly 20,000 times a day: breathe. Dr. Douillard explains why breathing through your nose instead of your mouth can make such a difference—and why he even teaches some of his patients to sleep with their mouths taped shut.

Dr. John Douillard, DC, CAP, is a globally recognized leader in natural health, Ayurveda, and sports medicine who has spent decades exploring the science behind ancient healing traditions and translating that wisdom into practical strategies for modern health and longevity. For more information check out LifeSpa.com.

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