Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
Dr. Gillian Lockitch
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Dr. Gillian Lockitch
▶ WebplayerWelcome to Growing Older, Living Younger, the podcast where you will discover ways to boost your metabolism, enhance your mental and physical energy, and ward off disorders we wrongly think are inevitable as we age. Hosted by Dr. Gillian Lockitch, former specialist in Medical Biochemistry, professor, researcher and international speaker, the show airs weekly every Monday. Each episode is a 30 - 45 minutes, exploring ways in which genetic and epigenetic (gene expression) science and medicine may intersect with ancient, non-western wellness practices to help you extend your health span to live younger. The show features practitioners in mental and physical health...
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Oct 5, 2026 · 36:31
oes an increase in forgetfulness or increasing "senior moments" imply developing dementia? One of the greatest fears associated with growing older is losing memory, cognitive…
Sep 28, 2026 · 38:02
Is it possible to eat nourishing whole foods without letting grocery costs overwhelm your budget? Grocery industry insider and author Carol Ann Kates joins Dr. Gillian Lockitch…
Sep 21, 2026 · 42:22
What if ingredients that can enrich a healthy lifestyle are already growing in your garden, waiting at the farmers' market, or sitting in your spice cupboard? Too often, eating…
Sep 14, 2026 · 34:14
Could difficulty hearing conversations today affect your brain health, independence and quality of life in the years ahead? Hearing loss is often treated as a minor inconvenience…
Sep 7, 2026 · 40:28
Health care professionals emphasize optimizing cholesterol, blood sugar and hormone levels and from that assessing biological age. These measurements can provide useful…
Aug 31, 2026 · 31:02
What does a physician-scientist actually do each day to support her own healthy aging? This is a question Dr. Gillian Lockitch hears often. Her answer is not a prescription, a…
Aug 24, 2026 · 32:40
Could retirement actually become the beginning of your most meaningful work? In this personal solo episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch shares how spinal surgery, ballroom dancing,…
Aug 17, 2026 · 38:55
What helps people stay active, strong, and independent as they age—luck, genetics, or habits built years earlier? In this episode of Growing Older Living Younger , Dr. Gillian…
Aug 10, 2026 · 40:08
What if the path to healthy longevity lies not in choosing between ancient healing traditions and modern science, but in learning how to integrate both? In this episode, Dr.…
Aug 3, 2026 · 59:11
How does our immune system change as we age, and what role can vaccines play in supporting healthy longevity? In this informative episode of Growing Older Living Younger, Dr.…
Jul 27, 2026 · 39:27
What role does muscle strength play in healthy aging, longevity, and independence? In this episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with Jeanne Phares about why maintaining and…
Jul 24, 2026 · 44:49
THIS FLASHBACK FRIDAY EPISODE OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on the impact of low carbohydrate and ketogenic nutrition on health and aging well. Today's Featured Expert…
Jul 20, 2026 · 35:30
Is chronic pain really an inevitable part of aging—or could it be a warning sign that deeper imbalances are affecting your healthspan, mobility, and quality of life? In this…
Jul 17, 2026 · 34:47
'Y ou live as long as you dance' ( Rudolph Nureyev) 'You got to just move. It doesn't matter how efficient your movements are, what matters is that you are moving.' (Susan Bock…
Jul 13, 2026 · 36:29
Grief is not a problem to be solved or something we simply "get over." In this profound conversation, Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with philosopher and grief expert Thomas Attig…
Jul 10, 2026 · 30:58
Albert Einstein wrote 'We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.' This Flashback Friday episode from Nov 2021 reminds us that too often we…
Jul 6, 2026 · 40:01
What if fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, and declining strength after 50 are not inevitable signs of aging, but signals of underlying metabolic dysfunction that can be corrected?…
Jul 3, 2026 · 40:19
THIS FLASHBACK FRIDAY EPISODE OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on the effect of aging on brain functions, affecting many attributes of cognition, like memory and…
Jun 29, 2026 · 44:04
What if the future of aging is no longer defined simply by lifespan, but by how long we can remain mentally sharp, physically active, emotionally connected, and fully engaged…
Jun 26, 2026 · 39:49
FLASHBACK FRIDAY: A recurring theme in this podcast is the importance of mindset in supporting consistency, when making the small changes in lifestyle and habits that can have a…
Jun 22, 2026 · 32:57
Are the so-called "heart-healthy" vegetable oils in your kitchen truly supporting your health—or could they be contributing to inflammation and metabolic imbalance? In this…
Jun 19, 2026 · 28:47
FLASHBACK FRIDAY FB 29 Dec 2021 Agnes de Mille, American dancer and choreographer expresses the power of dance: " To dance is to be out of yourself. Larger, more beautiful, more…
Jun 15, 2026 · 44:30
What if one of the most powerful anti-aging tools already exists within your body? This episode explores autophagy, the body's natural cellular renewal system, and how activating…
Jun 12, 2026 · 33:43
Flashback Friday - Episode 32 dates from Dec 2021 but ageism is still a hot topic in 2026 "Too old at 72? Careful. Ageism is out. We'll have the law on you! ( Melvyn Bragg)"…
Jun 8, 2026 · 39:10
What if aging is not only driven by what happens inside our cells, but also by factors circulating in our blood? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch talks…
Jun 5, 2026 · 32:51
FLASHBACK FRIDAY EPISODE 008 May 2021 'A man is not old until regrets take the place of dreams.' (John Barrymore) 'Miracles are objects and events in nature and in our lives,…
Jun 1, 2026 · 37:09
What if the most powerful determinant of how you age is not your biology, but your inner dialogue? In this episode, Anne Poirier explores how self-talk shapes emotional…
May 29, 2026 · 33:07
Flashback Friday: ' What creates our reality is not really the action we're taking. But the being state that stands behind the action.' (Esra B. Ogut) One of the seven key…
May 25, 2026 · 33:06
What if one of the most powerful tools for aging youthfully isn't found in a supplement, a diet, or even an exercise routine—but in how you think, play, and respond to life's…
May 22, 2026 · 53:48
FlashBack Friday THIS EPISODE OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on super aging - how to help transform longer lifespan into longer healthspan via 7 A Pillars of longevity.…
May 18, 2026 · 40:13
What if essential carotenoid antioxidants you consume today, could protect your vision and cognitive functions now and in the future? In this episode, Professor John Nolan…
May 15, 2026 · 39:31
Flashback Friday: Episode 52 from Season 1 May 2022 Audrey Hepburn, a Screen Legend and a truly iconic beauty, said " The beauty of a woman grows with the passing years. " I was…
May 11, 2026 · 36:35
What if the fatigue, brain fog, and loss of strength many women experience after 50 are not simply hormonal, but reflect deeper shifts in metabolism, muscle, and mitochondrial…
May 8, 2026 · 39:35
Flashback Friday Episode 50 - May 2022 "Walk into any pharmacy and ask to examine a bottle of prescription medicine chosen at random. T here is a one in four chance that the…
May 4, 2026 · 39:37
What if one of the most powerful tools for protecting your brain health has been right under your nose all along? In this fascinating episode, Jonathan Askholm explores the…
May 1, 2026 · 43:16
THIS EPISODE OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on sleep and the ways we can achieve sufficient natural sleep. Today's Featured Expert is retired medical doctor and longtime…
Apr 27, 2026 · 38:06
What if the greatest threat to your independence, your brain health, and even your lifespan isn't aging itself—but the hours you spend sitting each day? In this powerful episode,…
Apr 24, 2026 · 39:02
Flashback Friday Episode 66 from 2022 "Brains at any age are capable of rewiring and changing. No one should be aging, thinking that it's all downhill from here' (Dr. Henry…
Apr 20, 2026 · 40:01
What if one of the most powerful influences on your health, your hormones, and even your longevity was something you rarely think about—your posture? In this eye-opening episode,…
Apr 17, 2026 · 38:27
Flashback Friday's EPISODE 176 of GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on a vital topic for all who want to age in good health, namely preventing falls, and potential fractures.…
Apr 13, 2026 · 39:50
Have you ever stepped on a scale and questioned whether the numbers truly reflect what is happening inside your body? In this episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with nutrition…
Apr 10, 2026 · 37:11
THIS FLASHBACK FRIDAY EPISODE 132 OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on understanding how our unique internal circadian rhythms, derived from interaction of genotype with…
Apr 6, 2026 · 39:56
Bone density loss and osteoporosis are among the biggest threats to independence after 50. In this episode, bone health expert Kyle Zagrodzky explains the science of bone…
Apr 3, 2026 · 39:49
One of the most important personal choices you can make about your health and about aging well, centres on nutrition. The reality is that we are what we eat. Food and the social…
Mar 30, 2026 · 20:46
What if everything you're doing to stay healthy—your diet, your supplements, your exercise routine—is only part of the story? What if the real question is whether your body is…
Mar 27, 2026 · 30:42
In this Flashback Friday EPISODE OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER, we focus on helping women to achieve sustainable weight loss through uncovering the underlying beliefs leading…
Mar 23, 2026 · 36:00
In this conversation with Dr. Gillian Lockitch, Dr. Natalya Borakowski explains the neurological remodeling and hormonal shifts that occur during perimenopause and menopause —…
Mar 20, 2026 · 40:23
THIS Flashback Friday EPISODE OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on food addiction, in particular addiction to sugar and refined carbohydrates. Today's Featured Expert is…
Mar 16, 2026 · 37:08
Why does weight loss feel harder with age—even when we "do everything right"? In this episode, award-winning health journalist Julia Belluz challenges the calorie-centric…
Mar 13, 2026 · 45:37
Flashback Friday re-post of most popular episodes THIS EPISODE OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on improving your cognitive functioning through playing computer brain…
Mar 9, 2026 · 36:17
Back pain is one of the most common causes of reduced mobility and loss of independence as we age. In this episode, spine surgeon Dr. Gbolahan Okubadejo explains the causes of…
Mar 6, 2026 · 44:11
EPISODE 147 OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on protecting eye, brain and overall health with the antioxidant carotenoid pigments, especially lutein, zeaxanthin and…
Mar 2, 2026 · 31:19
Modern medicine excels at treating disease, less so at prevention. In this episode, we explore how wearable technology powered by artificial intelligence is bringing together…
Feb 27, 2026 · 39:11
THIS EPISODE OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) in older adults. Today's Featured Expert is Kathleen Nadeau, PhD. We…
Feb 23, 2026 · 34:18
Dementia is one of the greatest fears associated with aging—but what if it didn't have to mean l oss, disappearance, or despair? In this deeply moving episode, author and arts…
Feb 20, 2026 · 40:23
What if the way you age isn't determined primarily by your genes, your diet, or even how much you exercise—but by how intelligently you manage your thoughts, emotions, and…
Feb 16, 2026 · 36:26
What if stubborn weight gain, brain fog, poor sleep, and chronic inflammation aren't "just aging"—but signals from your gut that started decades earlier? Today's conversation…
Feb 13, 2026 · 34:46
What if chronic inflammation—not aging itself—is the real reason energy fades, disease risk rises, and resilience declines as the years go by? Today's conversation challenges the…
Feb 9, 2026 · 35:17
What if the most powerful breakthroughs in reversing chronic disease had less to do with new drugs—and everything to do with understanding human behavior? Type 2 diabetes is…
Feb 6, 2026 · 40:51
In recent years, headlines warning about microplastics in fish, water, and even the human body have triggered widespread anxiety. While fear-based narratives grab attention, they…
Feb 2, 2026 · 39:41
Many people enter retirement feeling uncertain, disconnected, or afraid of becoming irrelevant. In this episode, author and conscious aging advocate Wayne Lehrer reframes later…
Jan 30, 2026 · 35:43
Women entering perimenopause and menopause are often told to "do more cardio," "eat less," and "push harder" to stay fit. Yet for many, these strategies lead to exhaustion,…
Jan 26, 2026 · 41:02
Canada's healthcare system is under unprecedented strain, with thousands of people experiencing serious harm—or death—while waiting for diagnostic procedures, specialist care, or…
Jan 23, 2026 · 47:10
Extreme diets dominate social media, but what actually happens inside your body when you follow them? In this episode, registered dietitian Andres Ayesta shares the results of a…
Jan 19, 2026 · 38:34
Chronic stress and burnout are often worn as a badge of honor, yet they can be powerful accelerators of biological aging. In this conversation, wellness entrepreneur and educator…
Jan 16, 2026 · 38:32
Early life trauma can leave lasting imprints on the brain, body, and emotional health well into later life, but healing is possible at any age. In this episode of Growing Older…
Jan 12, 2026 · 44:26
Chronic stress and anxiety are not just emotional experiences; they can quietly accelerate biological aging and undermine brain health. In this episode of Growing Older Living…
Jan 9, 2026 · 36:51
What if the way you move could directly influence how well you age? In this episode of Growing Older Living Younger, Dr. Gillian Lockitch is joined by movement specialist and…
Jan 5, 2026 · 17:47
Many people believe that memory loss, physical decline, and loss of independence are inevitable parts of aging. But what if that belief is wrong? In this first Growing Older…
Dec 29, 2025 · 19:06
In this deeply personal solo episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch shares a powerful story of resilience—one that unfolds unexpectedly as she prepares to celebrate turning 80 through…
Dec 22, 2025 · 37:54
In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Gillian Lockitch talks with Alison Bladh about navigating menopause and midlife with confidence, vitality, and grace. Alison shares over 35…
Dec 15, 2025 · 37:42
Can you build healthspan in your 50s, 60s and beyond? In our episode 239 conversation, Jeff Weiss says yes—and he's got the miles to prove it. After his first 10K at 48, Jeff…
Dec 8, 2025 · 35:51
Coach and educator Carla Wainwright joins Dr. Gillian in episode 238 to reframe midlife (about 40–65) as a gateway rather than a decline. Drawing on science and somatic wisdom,…
Dec 1, 2025 · 41:46
In Episode 237, in conversation with Dr. Gillian Lockitch, Scott Fulton reframes "successful aging" as more years, more moments, more money . He unpacks his MEDAC model—Mind,…
Nov 24, 2025 · 41:11
Are we being bamboozled by "evidence"? In episode 236 of Growing Older Living Younger, Dr. Joseph Jacko explains how pharmaceutic and other corporate funding skews what we are…
Nov 17, 2025 · 40:43
In episode 235 of Growing Older Living Younger , Dr. Don Cote shares his extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to building a life of meaning, resilience, and purpose. With…
Nov 10, 2025 · 34:47
In this captivating episode of Growing Older Living Younger , Dr. Gillian Lockitch dives into the mystical yet deeply practical world of the Akashic Records with Natasha Rocha.…
Nov 3, 2025 · 34:35
Tim Christophersen, one of the world's leading voices on ecosystem restoration, joins Dr. Gillian Lockitch for episode 233 of the Growing Older Living Younger podcast. With over…
Oct 29, 2025 · 45:19
In this episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch welcomes Dr. Kavin Mistry to discuss how aligning with our primal design can help us reverse biological age. Drawing from neuroscience, the…
Oct 23, 2025 · 32:48
'Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work .' (Thomas Edison) 'People tell me 'you're not the same person that I was 20 years…
Oct 20, 2025 · 39:58
In this strategy packed episode of Growing Older Living Younger , Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with Alison McCune Davis, author of 60 Is a Good Start and creator of the Reignite…
Oct 16, 2025 · 41:51
The changes in our metabolism and body systems that we associate with aging are variable, and manifest at different times in different individuals. Presbyopia, the difficulty in…
Oct 13, 2025 · 39:57
In this episode of Growing Older Living Younger , Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with Dr. Bruce Gillis about chronic immune system disorders such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue…
Oct 9, 2025 · 39:55
In today's conversation, I speak with Sally Norton, a nutritionist with a unique specialty— warning us that "healthy" eating, and so-called superfoods, can make us sick. Like…
Oct 6, 2025 · 38:31
In this episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch and Dr. Cathy Goldstein uncover hidden truths of the beauty industry. While fillers, Botox, and injectables dominate today's aesthetic…
Oct 2, 2025 · 41:19
EPISODE 161 OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER focuses on demonstrable benefits of lifestyle adaptations for reversing Alzheimer's. I talk with Dr. Heather Sandison, a renowned…
Sep 29, 2025 · 38:09
In this episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch welcomes Dr. Anna Sitkoff for a fascinating discussion on medicinal mushrooms and their role in promoting healthy aging. Listeners will…
Sep 25, 2025 · 53:32
In this landmark 200th episode of Growing Older, Living Younger, your host, Dr. Gillian Lockitch welcomes back Dr. Joe Chang, a leading expert in longevity science, to explore…
Sep 22, 2025 · 35:43
In this episode of Growing Older Living Younger , Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with Jeff Bailey, creator of Avita Yoga , about the power of joint compression in preserving…
Sep 18, 2025 · 6:30
" The choices you make, y our thoughts, what you eat, how you move, how you interact with others, can change your aging at the cellular level .' (Gillian Lockitch) Welcome to…
Sep 15, 2025 · 36:00
In this provocative and eye-opening episode of Growing Older Living Younger , Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with Dr. Steve Pasin, author of Taming the Fetal Tyrant and Its…
Sep 8, 2025 · 36:50
In this episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with Dr. Daniel Tausan, a stem cell biologist turned health consultant, who shares how his innovative work with Timeline Sciences is…
Sep 1, 2025 · 42:02
In this episode, Dr. Mark J. Smith shares actionable insights from Paleo for Life , the book he co-authored with Trevor Connor, to help you align your nutrition and fitness…
Aug 25, 2025 · 36:31
In this highly practical episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch welcomes Vicki Gold, a retired physical therapist who shares decades of wisdom on how to age safely, wisely, and well.…
Aug 18, 2025 · 36:06
Dr. Mark Sherwood joins Dr. Gillian Lockitch to discuss the possibility of aging with strength, clarity, and intention. He explores how epigenetics, mindset, and spiritual…
Aug 11, 2025 · 41:42
In episode 221 of Growing Older Living Younger, Dr. Jonathan Glass shares how Ayurveda and Chinese medicine offer timeless guidance for vibrant aging. A naturopathic doctor and…
Aug 4, 2025 · 38:41
In Episode 220 of the Growing Older, Living Younger podcast, Dr. Gillian Lockitch talks with Mark Durante, heart transplant survivor and founder of Rize Up Medical. Mark reveals…
Jul 28, 2025 · 40:27
Is your pelvic floor holding you back — literally? This week on the Growing Older Living Younger podcast, Dr. Nicole Fleischmann joins Dr. Gillian Lockitch to shatter the myths…
Jul 21, 2025 · 43:08
In Episode 218 OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER, Dr. William Hsu, endocrinologist and Chief Medical Officer at L Nutra, joins Dr. Gillian Lockitch to explore the science behind…
Jul 14, 2025 · 41:49
In today's episode, we explore the frontier of quantum energy and its potential to support physical, emotional, and energetic wellness. My guest, Todd Shipman, brings a unique…
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