Valter Longo, PhD

Professor of Gerontology and Biological Sciences USC Longevity Institute

About

Director of the USC Longevity Institute and pioneer of fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) research. His work on fasting, IGF-1, and longevity has shaped modern understanding of dietary restriction and aging. Developed the ProLon fasting-mimicking diet based on decades of research.

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Notable Work

Fasting-mimicking diet research showing benefits for metabolic health, cancer treatment support, and longevity markers. Author of "The Longevity Diet." Research on protein restriction and IGF-1 signaling in aging.

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