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

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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