212 Beyond the Fountain of Youth with Julian Gershon MD
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
Release Date: 06/09/2025
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
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info_outlineIn episode 212 of Growing Older Living Younger, Dr. Gillian Lockitch welcomes Dr. Julian Gershon Jr., a triple board-certified physician in family medicine, sports medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. Dr. Gershon is the author of Beyond the Fountain of Youth, a compelling guide to optimizing vitality, preventing age-related decline, and redefining what it means to grow older.
Drawing on over two decades of clinical experience and personal practice, Dr. Gershon shares how his own transformation as an aging athlete led him into the field of regenerative medicine. Together, he and Dr. Lockitch explore powerful, science-backed strategies that can enhance both lifespan and healthspan—the years we live well. From hormone optimization to peptide therapies and red light treatments, Dr. Gershon explains how these tools support cellular health, fight inflammation, and reverse the effects of environmental toxins. He addresses common myths about hormone replacement, especially in women with a history of hormone-sensitive cancers, and explains the critical differences between synthetic and natural hormone therapies. This episode also dives into emerging regenerative solutions like peptides (BPC-157, AOD-9604, and more), red light therapy for pain and skin rejuvenation, and the foundational role of nutrition and micronutrient support. Aligning with the Growing Older Living Younger concept, Dr. Gershon emphasizes that many symptoms of “normal aging” are in fact avoidable and often reversible—if we are willing to become proactive students of our own biology.
Listeners will also appreciate the discussion on the importance of mindset, self-talk, and spiritual and emotional resilience in aging well. Dr. Gershon and Dr. Lockitch share their personal insights on living with purpose, managing stress, and embracing daily rituals that uplift the body and the mind. Whether you're in your 40s or your 80s, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and empowering wisdom to help you live younger, longer. Discover how regenerative medicine, lifestyle changes, and belief in your body's potential can transform the way you age.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Introduction to the Podcast
Welcome and overview of this week’s focus: healthspan vs lifespan and regenerative aging
3:09 – Meet Dr. Julian Gershon
Dr. Gershon shares his background in sports medicine and his evolution into anti-aging medicine
3:51 – The Core Message of Beyond the Fountain of Youth
Longevity is attainable—everyone can take steps to live better, longer
8:16 – Misconceptions About Aging and Hormone Therapy
Why hormone decline isn’t inevitable, and how restoring balance improves quality of life
11:46 – Hormone Therapy After Cancer
The controversy around HRT in breast cancer survivors and why natural hormones may be protective
14:49 – Peptides: What They Are and Why They Matter
An overview of bioactive peptides, including BPC-157, and their roles in healing and inflammation
22:29 – Hormone Imbalance in Younger Generations
The role of environmental toxins in lowering hormone levels in men and women—even in their 20s
24:29 – Red Light Therapy at Home and in Clinics
Therapeutic uses for pain, skin health, and inflammation—plus tips on what makes a device effective
27:19 – Nutritional Therapy and Micronutrient Testing
Why even healthy eaters may be nutrient-deficient, and how supplementation bridges the gap
30:53 – Sugar: The Silent Killer
Glycation, inflammation, and the metabolic drivers behind aging and chronic disease
33:09 – Blue Zones and Natural Living
Lessons in longevity from cultures that prioritize movement, real food, and community
35:00 – The Power of Mindset and Spiritual Practice
How positivity, intention, and mental habits shape the aging experience
38:18 – One Key Takeaway
“Become a student of the process—there’s so much you can do to influence how you age”
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