Jun 9, 2025
In episode 212 of Growing Older Living Younger, Dr. Gillian Lockitch welcomes Dr. Julian Gershon Jr., a triple board-certified physician in family medicine, sports medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. Dr. Gershon is the author of Beyond the Fountain of Youth, a compelling guide to optimizing vitality, preventing age-related decline, and redefining what it means to grow older.
Drawing on over two decades of
clinical experience and personal practice, Dr. Gershon shares how
his own transformation as an aging athlete led him into the field
of regenerative medicine. Together, he and Dr. Lockitch explore
powerful, science-backed strategies that can enhance both lifespan
and healthspan—the years we live well. From
hormone optimization to peptide therapies and red light treatments,
Dr. Gershon explains how these tools support cellular health, fight
inflammation, and reverse the effects of environmental toxins. He
addresses common myths about hormone replacement, especially in
women with a history of hormone-sensitive cancers, and explains the
critical differences between synthetic and natural hormone
therapies. This episode also dives into
emerging regenerative solutions like peptides (BPC-157, AOD-9604,
and more), red light therapy for pain and skin rejuvenation, and
the foundational role of nutrition and micronutrient support.
Aligning with the Growing Older Living Younger concept, Dr. Gershon
emphasizes that many symptoms of “normal aging” are in fact
avoidable and often reversible—if we are willing to become
proactive students of our own biology.
Listeners will also appreciate the discussion on the
importance of mindset, self-talk, and spiritual and emotional
resilience in aging well. Dr. Gershon and Dr. Lockitch share their
personal insights on living with purpose, managing stress, and
embracing daily rituals that uplift the body and the mind.
Whether you're in your 40s or your 80s, this
conversation is packed with actionable insights and empowering
wisdom to help you live younger, longer. Discover how regenerative
medicine, lifestyle changes, and belief in your body's potential
can transform the way you age.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 –
Introduction to the Podcast
Welcome and overview of this week’s focus: healthspan vs lifespan
and regenerative aging
3:09 – Meet Dr. Julian Gershon
Dr. Gershon shares his background in sports medicine and his
evolution into anti-aging medicine
3:51 – The Core Message of Beyond
the Fountain of Youth
Longevity is attainable—everyone can take steps to live better,
longer
8:16 – Misconceptions About Aging
and Hormone Therapy
Why hormone decline isn’t inevitable, and how restoring balance
improves quality of life
11:46 – Hormone Therapy After
Cancer
The controversy around HRT in breast cancer survivors and why
natural hormones may be protective
14:49 – Peptides: What They Are and
Why They Matter
An overview of bioactive peptides, including BPC-157, and their
roles in healing and inflammation
22:29 – Hormone Imbalance in Younger
Generations
The role of environmental toxins in lowering hormone levels in men
and women—even in their 20s
24:29 – Red Light Therapy at Home
and in Clinics
Therapeutic uses for pain, skin health, and inflammation—plus tips
on what makes a device effective
27:19 – Nutritional Therapy and
Micronutrient Testing
Why even healthy eaters may be nutrient-deficient, and how
supplementation bridges the gap
30:53 – Sugar: The Silent Killer
Glycation, inflammation, and the metabolic drivers behind aging and
chronic disease
33:09 – Blue Zones and Natural
Living
Lessons in longevity from cultures that prioritize movement, real
food, and community
35:00 – The Power of Mindset and
Spiritual Practice
How positivity, intention, and mental habits shape the aging
experience
38:18 – One Key Takeaway
“Become a student of the process—there’s so much you can do to
influence how you age”
Learn about Dr. Gershon and The Fountain of Youth.
https://www.facebook.com/AspenMed
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL5KHBSpVVPm7DMTr0nzSqg
https://www.instagram.com/drjuliangershon/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-gershon-jr-do-faoasm-abaarm-2a1a3315/
www.aspen-regenerativemedicine.com
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