Episode 06: Preconception and Healthspan ft. Dr Elisa Song

In this insightful discussion, hosts Danny Urbinder and Dr. Denise Furness are joined by Dr. Elisa Song, an integrative paediatrician, to explore how preconception and prenatal environments significantly impact healthspan and longevity. Dr. Song details the crucial roles of maternal and paternal health, diet, stress management, and microbiome balance in shaping the future health of children. Emphasising the concept of epigenetics, Dr. Song sheds light on how lifestyle choices can alter genetic expression and potentially improve long-term health outcomes. The conversation also addresses practical strategies like meditation for managing stress and enhancing health.

0:00 Exciting News from FutureLab
0:33 Introduction to the Hosts and Topic
2:07 Dr. Elisa Song Joins the Discussion
2:21 The Importance of Preconception Health
7:07 Understanding Epigenetics and Healthspan
8:56 The Role of Microbiome in Health
13:28 Epigenetic Changes and Parental Influence
18:40 The Impact of Prenatal Stress
24:28 The Power of Nutrition Supplementation
29:49 Telomeres and Longevity
31:18 Impact of Prenatal Diet on Telomere Length
31:30 Psychological Stress and Its Effects on Children
32:35 Project Ice Storm: Long-term Effects of Prenatal Stress
34:02 Meditation and Epigenetic Changes
37:34 Heart Math and Stress Regulation
39:06 The Importance of Vagus Nerve Exercises
45:43 Self-Care Snacks for Stress Management
53:05 The Power of Sleep for Health and Longevity
59:18 Final Thoughts and Personal Health Tips