The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

The 'Secret Sauce' To A 10/10 Morning Routine : 1490

Jun 25, 2026 · 38m

Summary

Dave Asprey interviews the founder of MTE, a caffeine-free energy drink designed to provide calm, focused energy without disrupting sleep or cortisol levels. They discuss its blend of adaptogens, nootropics, and prebiotics, contrasting it with traditional stimulants. The conversation also covers entrepreneurship, AI adoption, and optimizing mitochondrial health for sustained performance and mood stability.

Topics discussed

iRestore red light therapy and Gatlin health sponsorships Introduction to MTE: The opposite of meth energy drink MTE ingredients: Adaptogens, nootropics, and paraxanthine Paraxanthine vs caffeine and MTE's effect on sleep MTE flavors: Huckleberry Acai and stevia sweetening Founder's background and caffeine spray origins Brainwave audio technology and Gatlin sponsorship Stevia taste profiles and the cilantro soap gene Professional tasting skills and airplane conversations Athletic genetics, cycling, and ADHD-driven variety Entrepreneurial mindset, problem-solving, and AI adoption Panoxel sponsorship and AI etiquette with Claude Parenting, glazing kids, and intrinsic motivation Mitochondrial energy, elegance, and MTE's battery analogy Final thoughts on MTE flavors and show disclaimer
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