LIVING LONGER, BETTER (HARDER): LONGEVITY TALK

Aging is inevitable, and even if the alternative is worse, in the context of health and well-being, longevity isn't just about living a long life, but about doing so with quality. Today we explore the fine line surrounding this topic between the scientific and the academic; between the hundreds of gurus and "coaches" on the internet on the subject.

RADICAL LONGEVITY: MORE HYPE THAN SCIENCE?

The 'why' we age is well studied and documented; how to reverse or delay it... not so much. Here, radical longevity is the term used to refer to people who combine biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and rejuvenation therapies to try to provide a holistic answer and who, in general, have tested everything on themselves or a small group of people.
 

The downside of all this is that there is no broad scientific evidence of either the effectiveness or, above all, the long-term safety of these techniques in humans. There are in vitro studies (cultures) in bacteria and animals, but nothing comparable has yet been done in humans because they are novel techniques or because they require a lot of money and time.

And of course, in the absence of irrefutable evidence... here we wash our hands:

  • If there is no scientific evidence in humans… there is room for opinions (and shitty opinions).
     
  • We're here to talk about prolonging life, not about being happier or about other health implications.
     
  • The thing is, this blog is for the hahas and curiosity... never take it as medical advice.

 

That said, let's get down to business: 

6 REAL TIPS TO STAY IN YOUR HEALTHIEST YEARS FOR LONGER

1. EAT LITTLE, LESS OFTEN, AND MOSTLY PLANTS.
 

Calorie restriction prolongs an organism's lifespan. Punch. This has been demonstrated in animals ranging from bacteria to primates, and we're talking about reducing the number of calories you consume by 20-30%… FOREVER (obviously without ever falling into malnutrition).
 

Intermittent fasting (16/8, 20/4, or even 23/1) appears to accelerate autophagy (the body's "pyrolytic" function), which is linked to longevity. It's not recommended for everyone and has other contraindications in other areas (again, we're only talking about activities designed to extend lifespans here).
 

And finally, it seems that when it comes to living longer… vegans were right: more vegetables, legumes, whole grains and less processed meat, dairy and other sugar to live longer.

 


2. HITT AND LIFT


The bad news is that diet and exercise don't "compensate" each other; they need to be complementary. The good news is that, to activate longevity genes... you don't need to complete an Ironman.


Running 6-8 km per week (which can be achieved with 15 minutes a day) has a significant impact on life expectancy. HIIT-type workouts (alternating high-intensity intervals and rest) are also better.
 

Lifting weights 2 or 3 times a week also has a positive impact on extending the quality of life. 

3. SLEEP COLD AND CONSISTENT

 

Sleeping in the cold (around 21-23 degrees) and always at the same time seems to also help prolong life.

 

There's more debate about the rest of the advice: some argue that each person has their own optimal cycle vs. those who advocate strictly following the solar cycles... some say 7-9 hours straight at a time is the minimum, while others advocate sleeping more often (like 3 or even 4) throughout the day, but for shorter periods... 

In any case, rest regenerates, detoxifies, and repairs the body… so, in any case, we can avoid deprivation. 

 

 

4. UPPLEMENTS (THE CONTROVERSIAL ZONE)

 

The spicy stuff:

  • Rapamycin and metformin – promising but Rx-only and still experimental.
  • Resveratrol, NMN, and NR – available OTC and found naturally in foods like broccoli and avocado.

There’s a huge list out there, but beyond this tier, evidence drops fast. (Sorry, ashwagandha fans.)

5. HAPPY MIND, LONGER LIFE

 

Stress = aging. Managing it through mindfulness, meditation, journaling, nature walks, gratitude... sounds fluffy, but studies on Buddhist monks show how mindset shifts your brain and hormone levels (especially cortisol, the stress villain).


Peace of mind isn’t just vibes — it’s legit longevity fuel. 

 

 

 

6. THE SKIN: A REFLECTION OF WELL-BEING

 

We couldn’t not mention this. If you want your face to match your inner age, here’s the deal:

  • Basic: Hydration + sunscreen.
  • Advanced: Retinol.
  • Pro mode: Prescription retinoic acid, botox, collagen boosters, ultrasound (HIFU), and radiofrequency (Indiba).

Not all are equally backed by science, but most aim to crank up your skin’s collagen production. That youthful glow? It’s not just a filter.

AGE WITHOUT THE DRAMA

TThe whole longevity thing opens up a Pandora’s box that can lead to gerascophobia (fear of aging) or midorexia (midlife crisis 2.0).

 

At Siwon, we’re here for a different kind of aging: the kind you enjoy.

 

Self-care that’s fun. Habits that feel good and do good.

Not obsessed — just smart, light-hearted, and intentional.

And hey, speaking of small actions with big payoff...

P.S: One move that’s both satisfying and face-rejuvenating: our WowYoung serum. Retinol + peptides = roll back the years while feeling yourself every damn day

LIVING LONGER, BETTER (HARDER): LONGEVITY TALK

Aging is inevitable, and even if the alternative is worse, in the context of health and well-being, longevity isn't just about living a long life, but about doing so with quality. Today we explore the fine line surrounding this topic between the scientific and the academic; between the hundreds of gurus and "coaches" on the internet on the subject.

RADICAL LONGEVITY: MORE HYPE THAN SCIENCE?

The 'why' we age is well studied and documented; how to reverse or delay it... not so much. Here, radical longevity is the term used to refer to people who combine biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and rejuvenation therapies to try to provide a holistic answer and who, in general, have tested everything on themselves or a small group of people.
 

The downside of all this is that there is no broad scientific evidence of either the effectiveness or, above all, the long-term safety of these techniques in humans. There are in vitro studies (cultures) in bacteria and animals, but nothing comparable has yet been done in humans because they are novel techniques or because they require a lot of money and time.
 

And of course, in the absence of irrefutable evidence... here we wash our hands:

  • If there is no scientific evidence in humans… there is room for opinions (and shitty opinions).
     
  • We're here to talk about prolonging life, not about being happier or about other health implications.
     
  • The thing is, this blog is for the hahas and curiosity... never take it as medical advice.

 

 

That said, let's get down to business: 

6 REAL TIPS TO STAY IN YOUR HEALTHIEST YEARS FOR LONGER

1. EAT LITTLE, LESS OFTEN, AND MOSTLY PLANTS
 

Calorie restriction prolongs an organism's lifespan. Punch. This has been demonstrated in animals ranging from bacteria to primates, and we're talking about reducing the number of calories you consume by 20-30%… FOREVER (obviously without ever falling into malnutrition).
 

Intermittent fasting (16/8, 20/4, or even 23/1) appears to accelerate autophagy (the body's "pyrolytic" function), which is linked to longevity. It's not recommended for everyone and has other contraindications in other areas (again, we're only talking about activities designed to extend lifespans here).
 

And finally, it seems that when it comes to living longer… vegans were right: more vegetables, legumes, whole grains and less processed meat, dairy and other sugar to live longer.

 


2. HITT AND LIFT


The bad news is that diet and exercise don't "compensate" each other; they need to be complementary. The good news is that, to activate longevity genes... you don't need to complete an Ironman.


Running 6-8 km per week (which can be achieved with 15 minutes a day) has a significant impact on life expectancy. HIIT-type workouts (alternating high-intensity intervals and rest) are also better.
 

Lifting weights 2 or 3 times a week also has a positive impact on extending the quality of life. 

3. SLEEPS COLD AND CONSISTENT

 

Sleeping in the cold (around 21-23 degrees) and always at the same time seems to also help prolong life.

 

There's more debate about the rest of the advice: some argue that each person has their own optimal cycle vs. those who advocate strictly following the solar cycles... some say 7-9 hours straight at a time is the minimum, while others advocate sleeping more often (like 3 or even 4) throughout the day, but for shorter periods... 

 

In any case, rest regenerates, detoxifies, and repairs the body… so, in any case, we can avoid deprivation. 

 

 

 

4. SUPPLEMENTS (THE CONTROVERSIAL ZONE)

 

The spicy stuff:

  • Rapamycin and metformin – promising but Rx-only and still experimental.
  • Resveratrol, NMN, and NR – available OTC and found naturally in foods like broccoli and avocado.

There’s a huge list out there, but beyond this tier, evidence drops fast. (Sorry, ashwagandha fans.)

5. HAPPY MIND, LONGER LIFE

 

Stress = aging. Managing it through mindfulness, meditation, journaling, nature walks, gratitude... sounds fluffy, but studies on Buddhist monks show how mindset shifts your brain and hormone levels (especially cortisol, the stress villain).

Peace of mind isn’t just vibes — it’s legit longevity fuel.

 

 

 

6. YOUR SKIN = YOUR BIOLOGICAL BILLBOARD

 

We couldn’t not mention this. If you want your face to match your inner age, here’s the deal:

  • Basic: Hydration + sunscreen
  • Advanced: Retinol
  • Pro mode: Prescription retinoic acid, botox, collagen boosters, ultrasound (HIFU), and radiofrequency (Indiba).

Not all are equally backed by science, but most aim to crank up your skin’s collagen production. That youthful glow? It’s not just a filter.

AGE WITHOUT THE DRAMA

The whole longevity thing opens up a Pandora’s box that can lead to gerascophobia (fear of aging) or midorexia (midlife crisis 2.0).

 

At Siwon, we’re here for a different kind of aging: the kind you enjoy.

Self-care that’s fun. Habits that feel good and do good.

Not obsessed — just smart, light-hearted, and intentional.

 

And hey, speaking of small actions with big payoff...

P.S: One move that’s both satisfying and face-rejuvenating: our WowYoung serum. Retinol + peptides = roll back the years while feeling yourself every damn day

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