In this episode of I'll Ask The Questions Around Here, Dr. Joseph Elisha welcomes back Dr. Joseph Scherger, a leading voice in longevity and functional medicine. The conversation explores the fundamentals of anti-aging strategies—from supplements like metformin, NAD, and resveratrol to stem cell infusions and photobiomodulation. Dr. Scherger shares his insights on healthspan vs. lifespan, discusses cutting-edge therapies including plasma exchange and senolytics, and emphasizes the transformative power of diet, exercise, and sleep. Tune in for a deep look at accessible and advanced approaches to staying healthy longer and aging smarter.

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[00:00:00] Introduction of Dr. Joseph Scherger and focus on anti-aging medicine

[00:02:02] The rise and plateau of healthspan vs. lifespan in modern society

[00:04:00] Importance of nutrition, environmental toxins, and food quality

[00:06:50] Exploring supplements like Metformin, NAD, and resveratrol

[00:09:06] Discussion on Rapamycin and its mixed results in human longevity

[00:12:28] Role of senolytics and clearing zombie cells for healthy aging

[00:15:56] Epigenetic clocks and tracking biological vs. chronological age

[00:17:00] Light therapy and its growing role in treating neurodegenerative conditions

[00:18:34] Dr. Scherger’s five most cost-effective longevity strategies

[00:21:06] Quality and timing of supplement intake

[00:23:48] Stem cell therapies: regulation, sourcing, and medical potential

[00:27:29] Use of PRP and stem cells for joint injuries like rotator cuff tears

[00:30:08] How stem cells detect and repair damage in the body

[00:31:25] Why insurance doesn’t cover stem cell therapy and associated costs

[00:32:14] GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Monjaro and their role in weight loss and longevity

[00:33:43] Philosophical reflections on extending human lifespan

[00:36:22] Impact of hip fractures on elderly health outcomes

[00:38:57] The four cornerstones to aging well: bones, muscles, gut biome, and brain

[00:40:34] Epigenetics and lifestyle’s role in gene expression and aging

[00:43:56] Can older adults in their 60s and 70s benefit from starting now?

[00:46:02] Rise of longevity clinics and elite interventions in anti-aging medicine