Here's Why Your Supplements Don't Seem To Work | Nayan Patel : 1502
Jul 16, 2026 · 58m
Summary
Dave Asprey hosts pharmacist Dr. Nan Patel to discuss advanced biohacking strategies for longevity, focusing on superior nutrient delivery. They critique standard supplements, highlighting Dr. Patel’s topical glutathione spray that bypasses digestion for direct cellular absorption. The episode also covers GHK-Cu peptides for skin health, the risks of excessive glycine, and why intravenous therapies often fail to deliver nutrients effectively compared to these new methods.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Viome and iRestore
Introduction and Dr. Patel's background
Glutathione history and oxidative stress
Senescent cells and zombie cell biology
Oro Wellness delivery technology and MRI evidence
Sponsor: Calder & Lo
Sponsor: Hims hair loss serum
GlyNAC, glycine, and sulfur metabolism
Sulfur allergies and neurotoxic complexes
Vitamin C dosage and collagen synthesis
Dirk Pearson and amino acid ratios
GHK-Cu copper peptide purity and sourcing
NAD+ electron transfer and glutathione recycling
Sponsors: Gatlin and Fatty15
Glutathione absorption studies and mycobacterium
Heavy metal detoxification pathways
Using glutathione for alcohol hangovers
Philosophy on reincarnation and nihilism
GLP-1 side effects and stomach acid depletion
Regulatory challenges and closing remarks
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