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

NASCAR Death, Steroid Olympics, Genetic Age Truth, and Gut Depression... : 1475

May 29, 2026 · 8m

Summary

Dave Asprey reviews the Enhanced Games, Kyle Busch’s death from sepsis, and new research linking menin to aging and inflammation to depression. He argues that inflammation drives mental health issues and that genetics significantly influence longevity. Asprey urges listeners to test inflammatory markers like IL-6 and CRP, emphasizing personalized biohacking strategies over generic advice to optimize health and lifespan.

Topics discussed

Intro and Viome sponsor segment HeartMath sponsor: Training recovery via HRV Enhanced Games: Open doping in Las Vegas Kyle Busch death and sepsis warning signs Menin protein: The hypothalamus aging switch Inflammation as a driver of depression Gatlin sponsor: Physician-led optimization Wealthfront sponsor: High-yield cash accounts Lifespan heritability: Genetics vs lifestyle Conclusion: Test inflammation and outro
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