Episode 81: The Science of Graceful Aging with Dr. Kay Linker

What if aging well didn’t mean chasing every trend, but learning how to listen to your body, your brain, and your biology?

In this episode of Rooted in Wellness, I sit down with neuroscientist and longevity educator Dr. Kay Linker to explore what truly supports a longer, healthier, and more grounded life.

We talk about the science of graceful aging, from movement, VO₂ max, and mitochondrial health to hormone balance, fasting, sauna therapy, and the supplements that actually make a difference. Dr. Kay also shares why consistency and self-awareness matter more than any biohack, and how modern science is finally catching up to ancient wisdom.

You’ll learn:
➡️How exercise and movement reshape your brain and boost cognitive longevity
➡️ Why sauna and heat therapy protect against aging and stress
➡️ The truth about fasting, spermidine, and mitochondrial renewal
➡️ What women should know about hormone testing and HRT timing
➡️Supplements that actually support brain and skin health (and which to skip)
➡️How to balance science with intuition in your wellness routine

Dr. Kay Linker is a neuroscientist and educator bridging cutting-edge longevity research with everyday wellness. She’s the founder of Aonian, a longevity brand created for women, and her work focuses on brain health, hormones, and living with vitality at every age.

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Learn more about Dr. Kay Linker:
➡️Intagram:  / dr.kaylinker  
➡️Instagram:  / aonian.longevity  
➡️Website: https://www.aonian.org