Harvard researcher David Sinclair has devoted his life to understanding and promoting human longevity. He wrote about pandemics in the book Lifespan, and on this episode of Health Theory with Tom Bilyeu he synthesizes the data we have about the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. He explains what the virus is and how it spreads, describes the way it mutates, and discusses what people should do to protect themselves from this new coronavirus. For the latest COVID-19 updates, sign up for David's newsletter here: https://bit.ly/34k0kAz This episode is brought to you by: WHOOP: For 15% off your order, go to https://www.whoop.com and use discount code HT at checkout. Policygenius: policygenius.com SHOW NOTES: David shuts down a lot of the bogus information about COVID-19 [1:06] What is a virus? What is its structure? [3:10] David explains why thinking of a virus like glitter actually makes sense [4:22] The virus mutates every few days, but the mutations have not been too different yet [7:08]Coronaviruses will probably keep appearing every few years [9:04] Tom and David discuss the differences between COVID-19 and the common cold [10:08] Herd immunity is the only way we will overcome COVID-19 [11:37] David explains why he is optimistic and hopeful [13:03] Experts always believed that the next human catastrophe was going to be a virus [18:08] There are new kits that can identify COVID-19 rapidly [21:15] How do we prepare for future pandemics? [25:11] People’s mentality about the cost of pandemic preparedness will have to change [26:53] How can we prevent unhealthy contact between humans and animals? [28:00] David explains why viruses mutate even though most mutations are self-destructive [29:59] There are thousands of viruses, and most are not harmful [32:47] What can people do to protect themselves from COVID-19 [34:02] Tom and David discuss whether you should eat fresh fruit and vegetables [38:20] David talks about how humidity affects the virus [39:25] David describes the most important recommendation he would make [41:10] FOLLOW DAVID: WEBSITE: lifespanbook.com INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3aQksMW FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/2UP5Ms3 TWITTER: https://bit.ly/3aP03bf Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact?If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.Want to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness. This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.Subscription Benefits: Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more New episodes delivered ad-free Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more: Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement Money Mindset: Business & Finance Relationship Theory: Relationships Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJazSubscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices