The HumanWare Project
Join host Méline Liu on The HumanWare Project, where transformative technology meets human potential.
Through conversations with pioneering minds, longevity experts, and scientific innovators, we explore how emerging technologies can enhance our fundamental humanity. From cutting-edge neuroscience to wellness breakthroughs, discover pathways to human flourishing in our rapidly evolving world.
A futurist with boundless curiosity, Méline guides you to the frontiers of human capability and our species' next evolutionary leap.
The HumanWare Project
Dr. Clare Nieland: Redefining Ageing Through Preventative Health
"Whilst chronological age is fixed, biological age can be changed and adapted. Knowledge is power." – Dr. Clare Nieland
What if we could fundamentally transform our approach to ageing, moving from treating illness to preventing it entirely? In this eye-opening episode of The HumanWare Project, Méline sits down with Dr. Clare Nieland, a pioneering longevity physician who splits her time between the NHS and Hooke – one of London's premier longevity clinics.
Dr. Nieland reveals how our traditional healthcare system was never designed for prevention, while explaining how modern science now allows us to measure – and improve – our biological age. By testing over 200 biomarkers – from cardiovascular health to cognitive function – Hooke's approach provides a comprehensive picture of how well you're actually ageing.
The most powerful revelation? While chronological age is fixed, biological age is surprisingly fluid. Through small, sustainable lifestyle changes, we can literally turn back our body's clock. As Dr. Nieland explains, "If you know your numbers, you can introduce small changes that are sustainable, that can then mean those numbers are on an improving trajectory."
This isn't about radical interventions or unattainable regimens. It's about understanding your body's unique needs and making targeted adjustments – whether that's increasing omega-3 intake, improving sleep habits, or finding social connections that give your life meaning and purpose.
Perhaps most importantly, Dr. Nieland challenges our cultural perceptions about ageing itself. Looking at centenarians in the world's Blue Zones, she highlights how many older adults continue living vibrant, meaningful lives well into their 80s, 90s, and beyond.
For listeners of any age, this conversation offers practical wisdom on taking ownership of your health journey. Whether you're in your 20s establishing foundational habits, or later in life seeking optimisation, Dr. Nieland provides actionable insights on how small, consistent changes can yield remarkable long-term results.
In this episode you'll discover why the future of healthcare isn't about treating disease – it's about preventing it entirely through personalised, data-driven approaches that empower you to live your healthiest life at any age.