The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

About ten years ago, I began working colostrum into my product development efforts – seeing its game changing nutritional value for exactly what it was, well before the mainstream sank its teeth into it. Today’s guest has the experience and intellect to take us deep into the science behind it.Dr. Sarah Rahal, MD – the brainchild of ARMRA – is a double board-certified pediatric neurologist with expertise in environmental and functional medicine. After years of clinical work and research, she was alarmed by the rise of chronic diseases in young patients due to modern environmental factors like pollutants, pesticides, and more. This led her to leave traditional medicine and develop ARMRA's technology with a mission to minimize the modern environmental impact on human health – a truly honorable and trailblazing path that she explains for us today, from early personal health issues to the future of her fascinating company.More than anything though, this episode serves as the ultimate Colostrum 101 course for anyone interested in learning more, living healthier, and even for those still harboring doubts over things like fasting and ethical sourcing. Dr. Sarah Rahal answers it all and more.(02:59) Dr. Rahal on the State of Children’s Health(05:50) Disillusionment & Leaving the Healthcare System (08:14) Intro to the Formula Industry & Colostrum(12:44) Dr. Rahal’s Near-Death Experience(17:35) Massive Issues in the Dairy Industry (21:27) ARMRA’s Unique Formulation (28:25) Dave Asprey vs. The World (31:33) Collagen or Colostrum? (38:33) Ethical Sourcing of ARMRA Colostrum(42:27) Diet Combinations for Colostrum (44:24) How Colostrum Supports a Healthy Microbiome(54:34) Considering Colostrum as a Food Product ResourcesDave Asprey’s NEW Book ‘Smarter Not Harder’ is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books Visit tryARMRA.com/Dave for 15% off your first orderInstagram: @tryarmraThe Human Upgrade is produced by Crate Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

24 Okt 20231h 9min

Friends, it is my great pleasure to introduce Vani Hari, aka Food Babe, someone I've had the privilege of knowing for nearly a decade. She is a relentless advocate for clean, safe, and wholesome food. She has dedicated herself to a tireless campaign aimed at eliminating harmful ingredients from our food supply, particularly in the United States, where food standards can sometimes be shockingly low. Her efforts have been resolute in challenging major food corporations when their practices are detrimental to the well-being of our children and society as a whole. Vani Hari's mission is driven by a genuine concern for the greater good, and I dare say that she has had a more significant impact on food safety and quality than some of the regulatory agencies tasked with these responsibilities in the first place. Vani’s new book, Food Baby Family: More Than 100 Recipes and Foolproof Strategies to Help Your Kids Fall in Love with Real Food serves as a comprehensive guide for how her family navigates the challenges of living in a world filled with overly processed, unhealthy food options. In this conversation we discuss the importance of educating your kids on processed foods and proper nutrition early on. Vani and I share some of the lessons we’ve learned in teaching our kids about nutrition, and how we’ve empowered them to choose foods that make them feel good.Together, we have the power to stand up against the multibillion-dollar conglomerates that persist in feeding us products that are, in essence, poison. By making informed, healthier choices for ourselves and our families, we can redirect our resources toward companies that are genuinely committed to improving the landscape and producing high-quality products.(00:03:10) Vani Hari's Journey in Food Activism & ResilienceHow Vani unveiled hidden chemicals in our foodExposing a harmful chemical in Subway bread Read: Feeding You Lies By Vani HariBeing targeted by organized oppositionHow Vani’s health journey inspired her to find purposeNavigating constant badgering online being paid for by big chemical companies How Gabby Bernstein helped Vani persevere through manipulations and attacksThe history of PR in the USWhat drives Vani to continue this workRead: Food Babe Family By Vani Hari (00:24:16) The Truth About Processed Foods & How to Uphold Your Food Values SociallyHow the food industry thrives on making food that isn’t good for our health Removing processed foods from your dietThe importance of educating kids about processed foods early on Teaching kids to be kind and acceptingCommunicating why you do/don’t buy certain foods to your kidsWhat happened when I took my daughters to McDonald’s for the first time How fast food hijacks your brainExposing chemicals in the infamous Pumpkin Spice LatteHow to uphold your food values in social settingsWhy goldfish are banned in Vani’s house and alternative snacks(00:40:41) Helping Kids Navigate Their Food Choices to Make Healthier DecisionsHealthy, satiating breakfast ideas for kidsTruvani collagen: shop.truvani.com/pages/collagen-peptidesWhy Kellogg is one of the most evil companies in the worldEmpowering kids to choose how they feel through the food they eatHow processed foods led to Vani’s appendicitisBeing a happier parent by being less of a perfectionistHow kids can hold you accountableResourcesDave Asprey’s NEW Book ‘Smarter Not Harder’ is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books Read: Food Babe Family By Vani Hari Website: foodbabe.comYouTube: youtube.com/thefoodbabeInstagram: @thefoodbabeShop: truvani.comThe Human Upgrade is produced by Crate Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

20 Okt 20231h 2min

In this episode, we're broadcasting live from Toronto with Dr. Adeel Khan, a leading figure in the field of gene and cell therapies. Dr. Adeel Khan, who holds an M.D. and is a Canadian Board Certified Physician, specializes in regenerative and cellular medicine. He is also a recognized authority as a key opinion leader for The American College of Regenerative Medicine, the foremost advocate for best practices in North America. Notably, he co-founded Xalt, a fitness-technology company, and played a pivotal role in the development of their proprietary technologies. Additionally, he serves as the Chief Scientific Officer for Science & Humans, a virtual hormonal health company. Dr. Khan's expertise extends globally, as he has treated world champion athletes, members of Royal Families, and celebrities in both Dubai and North America.Personally, I'm thrilled to share that I've recently undergone gene therapy for the very first time in my life. This is a significant moment for me because I've been envisioning the potential of this technology in the context of longevity for the past two decades. In fact, I documented my beliefs about the ability to manipulate stem cells to reverse their aging process in my book, Superhuman. The gene therapy I received, which we'll delve into shortly, was administered via a simple injection. Over the next three to six months, it's expected to reduce my biological age, or intrinsic age, by an impressive seven to nine years—a monumental outcome from just one treatment.Throughout this episode, we'll explore various aspects of stem cell research, particularly the historical use of umbilical cells, which may hold some surprising revelations for you. We'll also discuss the challenges in translating cutting-edge medical research into practical clinical applications and the incredible potential of gene and cell therapy in addressing chronic pain, cancer, and other medical conditions. What's particularly exciting is Dr. Khan's multifaceted approach to biology, working on multiple fronts to harness its potential. This innovative approach offers a glimpse into a promising future, and I couldn't be more thrilled to dive into this conversation.(01:36) Exploring the Impact of Technological Advances & Gene Therapy in Regenerative Medicine• Pure Muscle: puremuscleandfitness.com• Unite Mind & Body to Achieve Health & Healing – Dr. Andrew Weil – #656• How technological advances have impacted the world of regenerative medicine• Learn more: daveasprey.com/genetherapy• Keeping up with the rapid development of medical science• What is plasmid gene therapy? • The history of gene therapy research and accepting the risk of innovation• The attitude towards innovation in other parts of the world• We Can Slow Down Aging Right Now – David Sinclair, Ph.D. – #626• How phellostatin relates to aging (20:42) Revolutionary & Innovative Approaches to Health & Longevity• Democratizing health for everyone with gene therapy • Benefits of intranasal insulin• How industry cross-pollination encourages lateral thinking • Read: Ego Is The Enemy by Ryan Holiday• Explaining the limitations of umbilical cord stem cells and how they’re being optimized• Using gene editing technology to create specific stem cell lines • Using stem cell technology for hair and the reproductive system• The ability for breast enlargement with stem cells (42:47) Stem Cell & Gene Therapy Applications for Cancer & Chronic Pain• The opportunity for chronic disease healing with stem cell therapy• Using CAR T for cancer treatment • Target gene therapies to fix irregular pathways• Ways to improve mitochondrial efficiency• How bad actors could misuse this technology• The correlation between Tesla’s story and gene cell therapy• Big Pharma and government’s role in the suppression of revolutionary medical technology• Using this technology to build resilience in the body to combat modern stressors(01:10:08) Making Revolutionary Medical Advances More Accessible• The logistics of receiving gene cell therapy: how long they last and how they’re given• Improving the immune system through a microbiome upgrade with FMT• The difference between probiotics and FMT• Stem cell and gene therapy treatments for cardiovascular disease• The regulatory fight for your right to have control of your own biology• The problem with institutionalized medical doctors• Treating chronic pain and recognizing the chronic pain burden ResourcesGene Therapy: daveasprey.com/genetherapyDave Asprey’s NEW Book ‘Smarter Not Harder’ is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books Website: eterna.healthInstagram: @dr.akhanYouTube: Doctor AdeelThe Human Upgrade is produced by Crate Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

18 Okt 20231h 50min

Today, we cover something that everybody wants at some level or another—muscle. If you want to live a long time and you've fallen for the plant based nonsense science that's out there to sell more Froot Loops, well, you're heading in the wrong direction from a longevity perspective. The cold, hard truth is that skeletal muscle mass drives longevity.Dr. Gabrielle Lyon joins the show today to flex her own intellectual muscles on protein intake, reframing the hallmarks of aging, supplementing aminos, healthy fascia, and a whole lot more. You've heard her talk about these things online probably as much as I have; she calls what she does Muscle Centric Medicine—and as you can imagine, I am fully on board. She's looking at aging in exciting new ways in her new book, Forever Strong, which is packed with science-based strategies for aging well.We respectfully lock horns on a few subjects near and dear to our hearts—ranging into symptomatology vs. muscle health, key flaws in modern skeletal muscle research, where to draw the line on veganism, unlocking longevity through diet, and more—before landing on our shared responsibility to the greater community to share these insights for the common good.Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a true heavyweight in the space and my dear friend, backing up her immense aptitude with real life results as a biohacker seemingly aging at a slower pace than one might expect. It’s a pleasure to welcome her to the show today.(02:38) Correlation Between Aging & Skeletal Muscle Mass • Read: Forever Strong by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon• Dr. Gabrielle’s informed background in geriatric medicine• Modern symptomatology vs. skeletal muscle health• Reframing the hallmarks of aging• 40 Years of Zen• Gaps in modern skeletal muscle measuring • A New Whole-Body MRI Scan Sees Everything - Raj Attariwala M.D., Ph.D. #989• Optimizing genetic potential • Benefits to weight training as a young person • How much weight training is ideal?• Read: The One-Minute Workout by Martin Gibala• Skeletal muscle as body armor (23:30) To Protein or Not to Protein? There’s No Question• Protein intake with regard to longevity• Mythbusting mechanistic target of rapamycin (mTOR)• Kevin Hart ends up in wheelchair after being ‘dumbest man alive’• One possible benefit to animal protein restriction • Considering protein instead as its 20 amino acids • Benefits to collagen supplementation• Read: The Switch by Mr. James W. Clement• Not-So-Science Fiction: Extending Your Healthspan Gets Real - James Clement #608(37:29) Applying the Science: Everyday Tips & Practices• Spacing amino acids throughout the day • Dr. Lyon’s longevity protocol• Eating earlier for circadian alignment• Evidence hedging intermittent fasting • Negative impact of alcohol on aging (47:42) Fascia, Muscle & Hernias: What’s the Connection?• Importance of fascia in aging • Recommendations to avoid hernia surgery• Explaining the tensegrity principle as it relates to muscle health • Value of functional movement practice • Link between the virus and an increase in mast cells (50:26) Best Proteins & Why You Shouldn’t Go Vegan• Dr. Lyon’s recommended animal protein powders • Why vegan farts are the real problem • Other important bioavailable nutrients in animal protein • Veganism in younger/older people• Wielding the responsibility to educate • Dave’s health journey and inspiration• Supplementing amino acids • Read: Forever Strong by Dr. Gabrielle LyonResourcesDave Asprey’s NEW Book ‘Smarter Not Harder’ is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books Website: drgabriellelyon.comRead: Forever Strong by Dr. Gabrielle LyonInstagram: @drgabriellelyonPodcast: The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon ShowYouTube: Dr. Gabrielle LyonFacebook: Doctor Gabrielle LyonX: @drgabriellelyonThe Human Upgrade is produced by Crate Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

17 Okt 20231h 4min

In this episode of The Human Upgrade - anesthetist and researcher, Mark Harper, M.D., Ph.D., shares how the power of cold-water practices can treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, arthritis, migraines and other health conditions you may be experiencing.Despite all the attention cold water swimming and immersion has gotten in recent years—thank you, Wim Hof—the scientific community hasn’t taken it very seriously. That’s changing now. Dr. Harper’s research goes beyond what we already know about the benefits of cold-water therapy and lays out best practices for you.In this episode you’ll learn: How to safely establish your own customized practice of cold-water swimmingThe ideal plunge frequency How to heat your body from the inside outWhy using saunas can optimize your plungesThe effects of putting your face in cold water vs. just your bodyWhy swimming “in the wild”—lakes, rivers, seas — benefits you even more How community plays a role in cold plunge practicesAnd moreYou’ll also learn about science and case studies found in Dr. Harper’s book, “Chill: The Cold Water Swim Cure - A Transformative Guide to Renew Your Body and Mind.” He explains how cold water has the ability to impacts us physiologically and mentally.As Dr. Harper shares his long-awaited evidence on cold-water’s therapeutic power to strengthen the immune system, cell regeneration, and everyday vitality, you’ll come to understand how to harness the power of cold-water swimming. If you are looking to up your cold-water therapy game, you’ll get a lot of value from this episode. Dr. Harper says you can start simply, one small movement into cold water at a time: “Your rest, digest, chill out, and anti-inflammatory response comes from putting your face into the water,” he says. He then goes on to other cold-water swim tips.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

12 Okt 202350min

Every 13 minutes, a woman dies of breast cancer. And this unnecessary epidemic affects men, too. Today, you’ll hear a fascinating interview with a woman on a mission to empower people to do more than just survive breast cancer, but become radiantly healthy; Dr. Toni Galardi. She's not only a holistic psychotherapist with a PhD in psychology, but a remarkable individual who cured herself of breast cancer. Dr. Galardi is a prolific author with three books under her belt, including her latest one titled BreastQuake: 10 Steps to Awakening from Breast Cancer. In this episode, we delve deep into the esoteric realm of breast cancer; discussing alternative methods for treatment, lowering the risk of breast cancer, and exploring groundbreaking studies that shed light on the incredible healing potential of consciousness within the body. You see, it's essential to understand that psychology plays a crucial role in the context of cancer. While psychology doesn't cause cancer, ignoring the mind-body connection in the conversation is a missed opportunity. Our bodies possess a remarkable intelligence, residing within our mitochondria, and a distributed consciousness that affects our well-being. So, even if you don't have breasts or breast cancer isn't on your radar, this conversation offers profound insights into psychology's impact on health and wellness.Dr. Toni Galardi is deeply passionate about helping women navigate their cancer treatment plans, emphasizing the importance of aligning with one's passions, as she believes that passion holds significant healing potential. Throughout this episode, you'll learn about Dr. Galardi’s personal journey with breast cancer, the eye-opening studies she uncovered regarding the high cost of treatment, her recommendations for more affordable (and even free) healing tools, and her unique approach to harmonizing the energetic and emotional aspects of the human experience to combat cancer and reduce your risk. I want to extend my sincere appreciation to Dr. Toni Galardi for her courage in authoring this groundbreaking book and fearlessly addressing topics that some may question. She calls it as she sees it, and that's precisely why her insights are so valuable.(02:27) The Role of Shame & Love in the Cancer Recovery Journey• Read: Cancerpreneur by Mike Koenigs• What Toni decided to do when she got her breast cancer diagnosis• The data around how women really feel about their breasts• Who does and doesn’t have shame around their breasts• How Toni’s shamanic training and somatic experience came into her healing process• The World is Your Petri Dish with Bruce Lipton – #336• The compelling link between shame and breast cancer• Working with consciousness in the body to cure diagnoses• Developing the muscle of dream recall• Intuition is Not a Feeling – Joy Martina – #574• Loving your breasts into cancer remission(19:26) Optimizing Diet, Lifestyle & Emotional Well-being for Breast Cancer Resilience• Diet changes to implement when diagnosed with breast cancer• How to alkaline your diet & limit acidic foods• Should you avoid dairy or soy if you have breast cancer?• Exploring what the cancer personality looks like• Studies of the impact of negative life events on cancer diagnoses• Energetic cleansing and hygiene tips(35:20) Empowering Self-Care & Healing Tools for Breast Cancer Prevention & Recovery• Diagnostic test recommendations to see if you’re at risk• Queen of Thrones castor oil packs • Using thermography• Read: The Power of Eight by Lynn McTaggart• The high cost of breast cancer treatment compared to other cancers• Using the free tool of the power of eight to heal breast cancer • How toxic relationships & childhood trauma play a role in breast cancer• Watch: A Call to Courage with Brene Brown on Netflix• How to deal with trolls on social mediaResourcesDave Asprey’s NEW Book ‘Smarter Not Harder’ is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books Website: drtonigalardi.comInstagram:@drtonigalardiLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-toni-galardi-909a5a7Facebook: facebook.com/drtoniThe Human Upgrade is produced by Crate Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

10 Okt 202355min

In today's episode I’m reuniting with someone who has had a profound impact on my journey as a biohacker, Rollin McCraty, the director of research at the HeartMath Institute. Rollin specializes in the physiology of emotion, and his research explores how emotions impact cognition, behavior, health, and global interconnectivity. I first encountered Rollin nearly two decades ago during my tenure at the Silicon Valley Health Institute. Back then, I was a young enthusiast, navigating the intricate world of anti-aging and longevity, learning from the seasoned wisdom of octogenarians who were defying the natural aging process. Rollin introduced me to the profound connection between cutting-edge science and practices often dismissed back then, like meditation. In a world where admitting to meditating could raise eyebrows and questions about your sanity, Rollin illuminated the scientific links connecting our biology, nervous system, and conscious mind. It was a revelation, a glimpse into the integral role these connections play not just in personal well-being but in the unseen, yet palpable, impact we have on others. Now, as a 50-year-old with the biological markers that defy my calendar age, I attribute part of my own transformation to insights gained from pioneers like Rollin. As a biohacker, personal development isn’t just a journey inward but a meticulous tuning of the body’s ‘hardware’ to optimize function and performance. In this episode we’re uncovering the impact our energetics can have on others and the world around us. We talk about heart rate variability and coherence, and its importance in aging. We discuss the magnetic environment we live in, and the human response to these natural phenomena. We talk about the impact of phones on our biology, how technology can potentially be harnessed to positively affect human consciousness and global coherence, and changing DNA with intention. And if you’re now motivated to dive into coherence training, we give some tools for that. It’s an honor to have Rollin on the show today, a testament to the evolution of biohacking, where the convergence of science and consciousness isn’t just acknowledged but celebrated.(03:39) Unlocking the Power of Heart Rate Variability & Earth’s Natural Rhythms• What heart rate variability is why it’s important for understanding aging• My experience as a HeartMath coach and using a heart rate variability monitor• How we affect each other from our heart rate coherence• Research conducted through the Global Coherence Initiative on fields line resonances• Why it’s beneficial to be in sync with the rhythm of the earth• An overview of the Schumann Resonances(33:37) How the Earth’s Magnetic Environment Impacts Our Biology• The global magnetometer measuring system• How understanding the magnetic environment we live in can help us be more resilient• What disturbed fields can do to humans• How our phones impact our biology• Measuring global consciousness with Global Consciousness Project 2.0• Recognizing and pushing past our own limiting beliefs(46:35) Exploring Coherence Training & Quantum Consciousness for Healing• Using technology to affect consciousness in a positive way• Global Coherence app• How we are becoming aware of what we're feeding the field • Where to start with becoming more aligned and shifting into coherence• The role of mitochondria in coherence training• How you can change your DNA with coherence and intention• Biohacking’s link to epigenetics• The World is Your Petri Dish with Bruce Lipton – #336• Tap into Tapping: The EFT Episode – Dawson Church # 474• Mastering Brain Waves and Creating Mind Bridges – Dawson Church – #653• Channeling healing through energetic fields at Joe Dispenza workshops• Biohacking Conference: biohackingconference.com• Rollin’s work with Joe Dispenza• Quantum level processing and consciousness• Global Coherence Initiative: heartmath.org/GCI• Read: Science of the Heart by Rollin McCraty• Read: Heart IntelligenceResourcesDave Asprey’s NEW Book ‘Smarter Not Harder’ is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books Website: heartmath.orgInstagram: @heartmathinstituteGlobal Coherence Initiative: heartmath.org/GCIThe Human Upgrade is produced by Crate Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

5 Okt 20231h 15min

In today’s episode, we tackle longevity, exploring workouts optimized for hormones, and dive deep into a crucial quality we all need a bit more of—resilience (or as I like to call it, equanimity). It's about more than just being tough; it's about the ability to maintain your chosen mental and emotional state, no matter what life throws your way.I’m excited to introduce Tony Horton, a name many of you will recognize. We both are passionate about the journey to self-improvement, albeit via different approaches. Tony is a renowned motivational speaker, the author of Bring It, Crush It, and The Big Picture, and the brains behind immensely popular fitness programs, Beachbody Fitness and P90X®.His influence in the world of fitness and wellness is vast, as his insights into healthy living have been shaping lives for years.Today, we uncover the reasons behind Tony's new collaboration with Dr. Mindy Pelz to create a unique fitness program tailored for women's hormone cycle. We also explore the often overlooked roles of humor and mindfulness in promoting longevity and examine how the right workout routine can significantly enhance your relationships. Tony also shares the best ways to move your body to prevent injuries, and imparts lessons from his extensive experience in entrepreneurship. Get ready for a practical, insightful conversation that will hopefully inspire you to move more, laugh more, and continue striving for the best version of yourself at any age.(01:15) Inside Tony’s New Program & Health Recovery Journey• Fast Like A Girl by Mindy Pelz• How Tony collaborated with Mindy Pelz to create a hormone-centric workout plan• The Better Baby Book by Dave Asprey• Being mindful of overtraining• Tony’s experience with Ramsay Hunt syndrome and Bell's Palsy• Full Catastrophe Living by Jon Kabat-Zin• How mindfulness contributes to longevity• Biohack for stopping pox viruses from replicating(21:04) Tony’s Biohacking, Fitness & Longevity Blueprint • Adaptability as a contributor to long-term happiness and resilience• Tony’s tips for establishing a consistent workout practice• Why tracking your progress is core to biohacking• The link between mental health and exercise• How to incorporate cold plunging into your fitness routine• Workout modalities that reduce the likelihood of injury• The value of humor for longevity and happiness(46:44) Diving Into Muscle Confusion, Relationship Harmony & Entrepreneurship• The latest science related to muscle confusion• Early biohacks Tony pioneered• Maintaining testosterone levels as you get older• How the PowerSync60 helps women design workouts around their cycle• PowerSync60: powernationfitness.org/catalog• How exercising in alignment with your hormones improves relationships• The hardest parts of entrepreneurship • Navigating PowerSync60 for women menopausal, perimenopausal, or postmenopausalResourcesDave Asprey’s NEW Book ‘Smarter Not Harder’ is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books Website: tonyhortonlife.comFacebook: Tony S. HortonX: @Tony_HortonInstagram: @tonyshortonYouTube: Tony Horton LifePowerSync60: powernationfitness.org/catalogThe Human Upgrade is produced by Crate Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3 Okt 20231h 13min