The scientist lived under water for 93 days - and told how his body has changed (6 photos + 1 video)
Professor Joseph Dituri, 55, spent almost 100 days in underwater capsule at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. After that he told about unexpected results and how his body has changed over time stay under water. 
Joseph Dituri, 55, a retired naval officer and scientist, lived for 93 days in a small capsule at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. He descended into the submersible in March, and returned only recently. One of the goals was to break the previous record for being under water, which amounted to 73 days. In addition, while Dituri was in capsule, he was subjected to research studying how the environment with high blood pressure affects the human body. After his adventure scientist told about unexpected results. 
The scientist said that according to the tests, in his body found 10 times more stem cells, its level cholesterol decreased by 72 points. Research has also shown that telomeres, which protect chromosomes from wear and tear, have lengthened by 20 percent. Under water, Dituri sleeps longer: he is 60-66 percent in REM sleep. These health changes are due to pressure: this is similar to the process in pressure chambers, in which improves cerebral blood flow and brain microstructure, which leads to improvement of cognitive, physical functions, and sleep. 
For 93 days, Dituri remained at the same weight as descended into the capsule, and at the same time became slimmer. According to him, 4-5 days in he trains for a week - from the inventory he has only fitness rubber bands. The professor's underwater house is small, its area is 30.5 square meters. meters. There is a working area, a kitchen, a bathroom, two bedrooms and window overlooking the ocean. He also has a TV, coffee maker and microwave.
"My metabolism has accelerated, so the body has become leaner, although my muscle mass has not changed since I went down to capsule. We all need a place like this, cut off from the outside activities. We need to send people here for a two-week vacation. Here they will relax and be able to experience the benefits of hyperbaric medicine," said the professor. 
Most researchers were surprised by the fact that Dituri lengthened telomeres and increased the number of stem cells - and It means that his body is rejuvenated. These data will continue to be studied further. During underwater life, the professor also tested the device, which can be used to assist astronauts on Mars - it scans the body to monitor the astronaut's health and determine if whether he needs medical attention. 
Professor Dituri with his daughters 
