Why immunity drives longevity with Dr Jenna Macciochi

Summary points

• Dr Jenna Macciochi, immunology expert, interview on immunity and aging
• Connection between immune system and healthy aging
• Inflammaging science explained: immunity and lifespan vs healthspan
• Lifestyle choices that strengthen immunity across watershed ages
• Autoimmunity and infectious disease in aging immune system
• Concept of “soul span” and living with meaning in later life
• Sustainable habits for longevity and immune health

In this episode we sit down with Dr Jenna Macciochi, immunologist and author of Immune to Age, to explore the powerful connection between immunity and aging. Macciochi has spent 20 years studying the immune system. 

From infectious disease to autoimmunity, lifespan vs. healthspan, and the science of inflammaging, Dr Jenna explains how your immune system is your lifelong health ally.

We discuss watershed ages, lifestyle choices that matter most, and the concept of ‘soul span’, living with meaning in the ‘main event’ of life.

Perfect for the curious listener seeking sustainable habits and a deeper understanding of longevity.

Head over to her website for more on immunology and longevity

This episode is also available on Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music

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