The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

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...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll find out about the relevance of shamanism in a modern world and why high performers are turning toward shamanic practices to get ahead. The show’s guest, Manvir Singh, Ph. D. , is an anthropologist at the Institute for Advanced Study in Toulouse, France. He studies universal or near-universal cultural practices, including music, shamanism, and wi...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll find out how your imagined future directs your behavior right now, rather than your past. You’ll learn how to manage threats to your future self, recognize truths about your future self, and how to take steps to be your future self. You’ll also gain strategies you can start using today for creating and becoming exactly who you want to be in...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... …a legacy upgrade conversation with Byron Katie will have you digging deep into the work of fine-tuning your mindset. Her keystone practice, The Work, allows you to access the wisdom you already hold inside you. She explains it as a process to “clear the mind.” You’ll ask yourself four questions and apply them to a specific problem you’re facing. Going th...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™... ... you’re going to find out how to cook differently using an innovative kitchen appliance, Brava , that’s got some cool features that will get you excited about making your meals at home—always a good idea! First—what Brava is  not . The Brava countertop cooking oven isn’t a microwave, isn’t a toaster oven, and isn’t a convection oven. Instead, i...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... … you’ll learn how whole body vibration works and the many ways it benefits your physiology. It’s the nexus between energy and life, says Tony Molina, a performance optimization expert. “ This biohack helps you burn more calories,” he says. “It helps you increase strength and reaction time. You can improve skin and circulation, bone density, pain rel...

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE ™ ... …you’ll learn about the critical role metabolism plays in your body’s energy and performance. Important new science findings about human metabolic health shows how you can change your metabolism. To help you make these changes, this episode gives you practical tips and tools for measuring your metabolism and ways to manage it effectively. Guest Micha...

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. Tattoos can help monitor your blood pressure  Device that protects against head injuries  Upgrading your avocado toast Ways to manage the harmful aging-inflammation duo  Pee recycl...