#46: Introducing the longevity lab – The go-to community for credible and sustainable healthspan and longevity insights
Dr. Nickhil Jakatdar has been working at the cutting edge of preventive health and longevity over the last 10 years with the 3 D's – data, doctors, and dietitians – to go from being diagnosed with heart disease at the age of 41, to now having all his blood markers and body measurements in the green and his epigenetic biological age at 41 while his chronological age is 51. With a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from UC Berkeley and more than 60 patents to his name, Dr. Jakatdar has always believed in a scientific, data driven and practical approach to solving problems. He has founded or run 5 startups in the areas of semiconductors, consumer mobile video and molecular diagnostics and serves on the Advisory Boards of the South Asian Heart Center in California, the Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society (CITRIS), has been a TEDx speaker and has been the youngest recipient of the esteemed UC Berkeley Distinguished Alumni Award. LESS ... MORE
Every day I am bombarded with conflicting health advice on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. Everyone speaks with confidence even when there is nothing to back any of it. Some call themselves 'Harvard-trained scientists' after a four-week course in nutrition. Many 'Longevity Experts' don't follow their own advice.
I have spent the last ten years heavily researching this domain and I have surrounded myself with experts to keep up with the rapid evolution in this space. However, I still find it challenging to know what to believe. Most of us want to lead healthy lives, but we don't know where to begin because of all this misinformation.
That's why I launched The Longevity Lab — the go-to WhatsApp-based community for credible and sustainable healthspan and longevity Insights (click here to sign up for free). There are two objectives:
Offer well-researched and trustworthy guidance on lifestyle and wellness Help you ask the right questions to your doctor at your next appointment
People often say that they will start thinking about their health once they are done with their current work assignment, or next year once the kids are in college, or once they are back from their upcoming vacation. But life keeps happening and health often takes a backseat – until it's too late.
At The Longevity Lab, we understand these realities. Our aim is to add real value without asking for a major time commitment. We focus on explaining not just the 'how' but also the 'why' behind important habits – to inspire you to take action.
For example, did you know?
Protein is the only macronutrient that your body cannot store, so it needs to be consumed everyday to maintain muscle mass. Just 60 minutes of high intensity cardio a week can impact longevity more than any drug known to mankind. 80% – 85% of your cholesterol is made by your body and only 15% comes from food. Fasting insulin is a better early warning biomarker of insulin resistance than fasting glucose levels or HbA1c.
The goal of The Longevity Lab is to raise awareness of such essentials in a science-based, actionable and sustainable way, while helping you stay current with the latest health and wellness research.
What makes the longevity lab unique?
1. Weekly expert-led sessions
Every Thursday, join us live for exclusive sessions – including interviews, AMAs and myth-busting deep dives – hosted by top doctors, clinical dietitians, fitness experts, mental health professionals, and lifestyle medicine specialists.
Past sessions have included:
A top US-based endocrinologist speaking about her own heart disease journey, and what you and your family could do to prevent heart disease
speaking about her own heart disease journey, and what you and your family could do to An India-based experienced dietitian, with a Ph.D. in nutrition science, sharing her favorite food hacks , such as the Indian version of the Mediterranean diet
with a Ph.D. in nutrition science, sharing her favorite , such as the Indian version of the Mediterranean diet A leading lipidologist in India speaking about the key biomarkers to look out for from a healthspan and longevity perspective
And don't worry if you miss a session, because you can watch a recording of it later.
2. Health-specific programs
From mastering the 4-core habits for longevity, to tackling menopause, diabetes, or weight management, we offer targeted short-term, expert-led programs to help you achieve your specific health goals. These are paid programs, and you can join the ones most relevant to your personal journey.
3. Access to a supportive community
You will be part of a community of like-minded individuals, whom you can count on to:
Ask questions ('Best protein powders in the local market?')
Share experiences ('What helped you stick to intermittent fasting?')
Learn from others' real-world wins ('Favorite healthy restaurant hacks?')
4. Personalized digital tools
You also get access to Kai (our AI coach on WhatsApp) and the GeneClinicX app — tools that make tracking simple and easy to integrate into our daily lives. The tools will help you:
Log your food in 5 seconds with a simple photograph, and get feedback on it
Get step-by-step guidance toward your goals
Discover healthy recipes using what's already in your kitchen
Sync with your wearables
Analyze your blood test reports and trends
5. Exclusive access to trusted products
Confused by the endless lists of supplements, wearables, and wellness gadgets in the market? We personally test and vet products and recommend only the best to our community. We ensure the following:
Honest product reviews based on analyzing and using them ourselves
Exclusive member-only discounts
No commissions ever. We don't take a 'cut' to ensure that there is no conflict of interest in what we recommend — your trust is our top priority
I hope you'll join the Longevity Lab community today for free, and invite your friends and family too. To join, scan the QR code below or click on the WhatsApp community link here
Before I end this post, I want to call out a really fun and informative Longevity Lab Expert Session we did last week with the US-based husband-wife team of Dr. Renu Joshi (Endocrinologist) and Dr. Nirmal Joshi (Internal Medicine). They are also co-creators of The Brown Heart, a gripping documentary-drama that confronts the heart disease crisis affecting South Asians head-on through real-life stories and expert insights.
The film spans India, the US, and the UK, featuring over 40 leading health experts, compelling personal testimonies, and powerful voices from the entertainment world. The Brown Heart doesn't just highlight the urgency—it also shares prevention strategies and practical tips. I had a chance to watch the movie as a guest of the South Asian Heart Center and I highly recommend it. I found that it did a masterful job of capturing the big picture as well as the details, all with a good mix of humor, clarity and empathy. The documentary goes live on Jio-HotStar in India on May 3rd and on YouTube in all other countries.
You can watch the interview I did with this amazing couple here.
You can watch the trailer of The Brown Heart here.
As always I welcome your thoughts and would love to have you share your experiences in the comments.
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