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Ep180: Olive Oil, ESS60 Molecule & the New Science of Longevity – with Chris Burres

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Rats given the ESS60 molecule lived 90% longer with zero tumors, defying expectations of toxicity.

This episode explores the ESS60 molecule, a Nobel Prize-winning carbon structure, and its potential impacts on longevity and cellular health. Host Joseph Navarro interviews Chris Burris, a scientist and co-founder of My Vital C, who has worked with this molecule for decades. Burris explains that ESS60 is a spherical, soccer ball-shaped molecule of 60 carbon atoms, discovered in 1985, which earned its discoverers the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. The conversation centers on a pivotal rat study where one group received ESS60 dissolved in olive oil. Rats given ESS60 lived 90% longer than the control group, reaching 62 months instead of the typical 32. Notably, these ESS60 rats developed no tumors, unlike the genetically modified control rats which accumulate tumor mass as they age. Burris clarifies this does not represent a cancer cure but aligns with cancer preventative strategies, similar to good nutrition and exercise. He references a petri dish study where ESS60 increased the efficacy of an anti-cancer agent against cancer cells while protecting healthy cells. A core theory discussed is the BOSS, or Buffering Oxidative Stress System, where ESS60 enters mitochondria and holds negatively charged reactive oxygen species. Burris uses an analogy of Mardi Gras revelers representing reactive oxygen species causing oxidative damage, with ESS60 acting as a paddy wagon to contain them until antioxidants like glutathione can manage them. He states ESS60 is a natural molecule, found in trace amounts in candle soot, and is delivered in a lipid like olive oil for bioavailability. One drop of their olive oil product contains over 400 times more ESS60 molecules than a human has cells. Burris shares that the most common user testimonial is improved mental focus and energy during the day, followed by better sleep at night. He recounts a story of a distributor who initially noticed profound effects in her older dog before taking the product herself and later experiencing increased productivity. The discussion covers inflammation, with Burris citing a doctor's claim that their product can reduce elevated hsCRP, a key inflammatory marker, to normal ranges in four to eight weeks. He emphasizes foundational health practices like eliminating wheat, dairy, and sugar to reduce inflammation. The episode highlights olive oil's own benefits, referencing a study where rats given just olive oil lived 30% longer than the water control group. Burris advocates for high consumption, citing Dr. Steven Gundry's recommendation to use a liter per week, linked to improved memory and reduced breast cancer and heart disease in studies. My Vital C sources its olive oil from a single orchard in Tunisia to ensure quality and high polyphenol content. The company offers ESS60 in olive, avocado, and MCT oils, with the highest concentration in olive oil. The tone is educational and conversational, blending detailed scientific explanations with accessible analogies and personal anecdotes. Listeners interested in longevity science, cellular health, antioxidants, and practical biohacking will find this episode compelling. Those seeking entertainment or purely narrative-driven content, or who are skeptical of supplement-focused discussions, might choose to skip it.

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A clear ESS 60 discussion that pairs rat data, vivid analogies, and a careful warning against overreading the claims.

The episode frames ESS 60 as a molecule that may buffer oxidative stress and soften the impact of stressed mitochondria. It ties that idea to a rat result: Wistar rats are said to have lived to 62 months, 90 percent longer, and none had tumors, while the speaker also makes clear…

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