The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™… biohacking goes in a different direction. This frank discussion looks at the dying process and how people and those close to them (family and friends) experience death. You’ll learn about the existence of angels and the power of psychic abilities—even if you may be a skeptic. The conversation also explains what a “medical intuitive” does and how a medical in...

Prenuvo  sponsored this episode. IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™... you’ll find out about a new healthcare model that’s putting  you  fully in control of your health with whole-body MRI scans.  Dr. Raj Attariwala,  Prenuvo ’s founding radiologist, joins the show to explain how Prenuvo gives you early insight into what’s going on under your skin. His Ph. D. in Biomed...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™… menopause and the perimenopausal years leading up to it take the spotlight as a topic frequently requested by listeners. Great timing! It’s World Menopause Awareness Day Oct. 18 and World Menopause Awareness Month in October. More than  1 million women in the United States  experience menopause each year. Still, little is known, researched or taugh...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... kava expert and founder of TRU KAVA, Cameron George, joins the show to share new information about the many body/mind benefits you can get from kava. TRU KAVA sets the industry standard for kava quality, safety and education. On episodes  #731  and  #859 , we talked about kava’s historical origins and uses, how it can be safely consumed, an...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™… you’ll learn how botanical remedies treat infectious and inflammatory diseases. You’ll get a fascinating look at how plants and microbes interact and how antibiotic resistance evolves. And you’ll meet a leader in the field of medical botany who travels to remote locations and communities around the globe seeking out modern medicines from plants.  M...

Othership  sponsored this episode.   IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™ …you’re listening to a new  Upgrade Spotlight  series. Once a month, these shorter episodes feature guests who get right into useful information in a Q&A style. You’ll find out how to improve your energy and upgrade your performance. You’ll also get the latest knowledge about...

( BrainTap ® sponsored this episode.) IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™… brain expert  Patrick Porter, Ph. D. , joins Dave at the 8th Annual Biohacking Conference in Beverly Hills to talk about training your brain. Dr. Porter pioneered the use of brainwave entrainment with a technology-enhanced meditation device called BrainTap. Whether you’re a newbie, a hard-core de...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™… you’ll learn how you can make smarter food choices to support your metabolic energy and upgrade your brain. You’ll also find out some new things about body fat. For example, did you know that it’s a complex organ that communicates throughout your entire body system? You’ll get tips on fat loss essentials and how to use them to your advantage.  Today’s g...

In this Episode of The Human Upgrade™...​ Cool Facts are quick hits of new human and world science curated into short bursts of information just for you. This fun compilation publishes one Friday a month. • Saving your poop may save your microbiome • Insults trigger a mini slap in the face • Young cerebral spinal fluid supports memory in aging brains • The distinct role your nose plays in your fri...

BodyBio  sponsored this podcast.   IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™… you’ll learn how butyrate and phospholipids keep your gut, cells and brain performing at their best. You’ll find out how your mucosal barrier defends against pathogens in your gut microbiome. You’ll also learn about discoveries in the field of cell membrane medicine. This focus determines how your body functions n...

In this Episode of The Human Upgrade™...​ Dave talks about what could be causing brain fog with a podcast guest in this impromptu intervention. Keri Glassman, MS, RD, CDN, recently spoke about gut health as the expert for  Omni-Biotic  probiotics. During the interview, she was searching for a word and got frustrated she couldn’t grasp it quickly. This intervention looks at the poten...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™…a legacy upgrade conversation with Dr. Joe Dispenza explores how you can change from the inside out through a combination of neuroscience, epigenetics, quantum physics—and even a divine source. “I teach people the science of changing their mind and what it is to truly transform,” he says. He shows people how to rewire their brains and...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™… you’ll learn about a “6 Phase Meditation” approach that absolutely everyone can do—and benefit from!—no exceptions. This custom-designed meditation sequence gets you into a peak state in just a few minutes. No boredom, special breathing, or clearing your mind required. You’ll find out how to make meditation work for you and how you can us...

CAROL Bike sponsored this podcast.  IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ … you’ll learn about new research that’s pinpointing the most effective cardio workouts. You’ll find out that you can do a cardio workout in just 15 minutes a week and still increase your cardiovascular fitness. You’ll also get an introduction to the new CAROL Bike 2.0 and its upgraded great features. Ul...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ … you’ll learn to define what’s really “normal” when it comes to your health. You’ll explore how today’s culture stresses the body, burdens the immune system, and undermines emotional balance. And why Western medicine often fails to treat the whole person. This conversation covers an investigation into the causes of illness, a critique of how our society...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... you’ll learn that while yes, testosterone fuels energy and performance, it’s not the be-all and end-all solution for men’s health woes. A systems biology approach considers many other aspects and provides a broader perspective about what’s going on with you. This conversation features board-certified urologist  Tracy Gapin, M.D. , one of th...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... you’ll learn about female hormones: what they are, what they do and what disrupts them. You’ll learn about the hormonal shifts that happen at different ages and life stages and get tips on how to balance hormones and make them work  for  you, not against you. This conversation features  Anna Cabeca, D.O. , one of the 8th Annual Biohack...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™... …you’re listening to a new  Upgrade Spotlight  episode with Omni-Biotic . You're going to find out how probiotics can do more than keep your gut microbiome in order—specific strains can help you manage your stress and regulate your body’s detox system.  The beneficial bacteria in your gut support essential processes in the body, such as...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll learn how to recognize your own sh*t and be a better partner in relationships.  Want a sustainable partnership? Communicate and apologize; fight without fighting; identify codependent behavior (your own); and manage jealousy (also your own).  This conversation gets into how you can let go of unrealistic ideals of how you think love and...

In this Episode of The Human Upgrade™...​ … Dave tackles multiple issues with former  Upgrade Collective  member Nancy Pellegrino so she can better manage psoriasis, gut health and anxiety. Nancy’s been biohacking for a few years but can’t seem to land on the right combination. She does the hacks, uses the gadgets and tech, and takes the products and supplements. Instead of feeling bette...

In this Episode of The Human Upgrade™...​ Cool Facts are quick hits of new human and world science curated into short bursts of information just for you. This fun compilation publishes one Friday a month. • Gut bacteria convert vitamin A to retinoic acid • Low-carb diets contribute to depression  • Lifestyle affects cognitive health more than age  • More bad news about America’s obesity...

Dave Asprey partners with Nillion as an advisor and investor. IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll learn about the frontier of web3 and privacy and what happens to your private data (both on blockchains and in general). You’ll also find out how and why the future moves away from transactions (blockchain) and into computations (multi-party computation).  Think about where you st...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll learn why regenerative methods for taking care of soil and raising animals provide a solution that creates food sovereignty, improves human health, and helps reverse climate change.  Previous episodes of this podcast featured regenerative farming and soil conservation topics. Dave Asprey keeps the conversation going because when you know wha...

Uprising Food sponsored this podcast. Dave Asprey partners with Uprising Food as an advisor and investor. IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll learn about bread that’s better for your body—and the important role of prebiotics and fiber in that equation. You’ll also find out about the science that supports new ways of creating bread products—what works and why it works. And...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ...   … you’ll learn about shamanism, “spiritual minimalism” and how traditional healing arts connect so profoundly to the natural world. This conversation also explores distinct themes of consciousness, the soul, and deep respect for plant medicine and Ayahuasca ceremony.  The guest, Shaman Jorge Hachumak, is a Peruvian of Spanish descent who’s mad...