Biohacking News by Zestology

Biohacking News by Zestology

Biohacking news, reviews, and tech with journalist and author Tony Wrighton. Drawing on years of experience and a bulging contacts book, Tony brings you the biggest stories—and some downright crazy trends—from the world of biohacking. With Dave Asprey, Esther Perel, Paul Saladino, JJ Virgin, Ben Greenfield, Dr. David Sinclair, Joe Wicks, and many more.

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May 11, 2025 31 mins

The UK wants to block out the sun (!!!) - it's a fast-moving story and the latest on that today. Also, scientists are microdosing... peanuts! And you really can hack your dopamine. Welcome to the golden age of experimental living!

What a line-up of topics today. 

Today’s guest: Michael E. Long, co-author of Taming the Molecule of More, the book every biohacker secretly wishes they’d writte...

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The ProLon fast-mimicking diet is a 5-day prepackaged plan that features vegetable-based soups, energy bars, snacks, herbal teas, and supplements.

It follows the Fasting Mimicking Diet, but does it really deliver on longevity, fat loss, and cellular regeneration?

Today I break down my thoughts on it. 

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Dr. Valter Longo recommends just 12 to 13 hours of daily fasting for most people — not the 16+ hour marathons many self-respecting biohackers swear by.

He says going longer every day could backfire, triggering nutrient deficiencies and long-term issues.

You may find this podcast surprising, and you may change...

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Infrared saunas, red light panels, and compression boots — do they actually work or just look good on Instagram?

We break down the science, the hype, and the home-use options that are actually worth your time.

Biohacking gear, reviewed — so you don’t waste your money (or your mitochondria). This is a bioh...

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93% of us are metabolically screwed.
It’s what you're eating (and it's not just sugar)

Also today...

  • The new fave biohacking book you are gonna love. 
  • Lisbon becomes the capital of longevity this weekend. Summit selfies incoming…
  • And a pile of gear: red light, sauna, and boots that squeeze your legs till you feel like a new person.

Today’s guest is Ben Azadi, a leading ...

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Ancient Nutrition Whey Protein gets put to the test today—does it live up to the hype?

Find out if this "ancestrally inspired" supplement is a smart addition to your biohacking stack.

Check the product out here.

This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying. 

 

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In this podcast we cover; diet, fasting, supplements, wearable devices, light therapy, cold exposure, and breathwork, and then some of the more hardcore stuff!

This is a Biohacker Special podcast featuring my interview with Dr. Stephen Simpson for The European - out now. 

This time it's me being interviewed!

Hope you enjoy. Here's the intro over on The European. 

After a mysterious illness forced Sky Sports broadcas...

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Dr. Steven Gundry joins us today, one of the headline acts at last weekend's Health Optimisation Summit in Austin, and on the day his new book comes out. 

Struggling with brain fog, anxiety, or low energy? The real culprit might be your gut.

On today's podcast.. one of the biggest names in the biohacking world teaches us how hidden issues like met...

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The biohacking great and the good have been gathered in Austin over the weekend, and this is recorded on the scene.

I walked the floor with a mic and a plan to give you a flavour if the event. I hope you enjoy this little insight into one of the biohacking events in the year. 

Bringing you all the biohackers, weird tech, latest news, stories, goss, bold ...

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NAD+ injections. You've probably heard the buzz. But what's all the hype really about?

Is it the secret to reversing aging, boosting energy, and even helping to heal eye conditions, or just another trendy shot in the butt/stomach? 

We’ll get into the science, the benefits, and of course, the juicy deta...

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TODAY’S TOPICS. 

  • Vogue has hailed Astaxanthin as 2025’s must-have antioxidant. Uh-oh, it's going mainstream!
  • Microneedling upgrades like exosomes and nanofat promise faster recovery and better skin, yet is there enough clinical data to back the buzz?
  • Princess Madeleine launches a natural skincare line with Wele...
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Today's topics: 

  • Workers' mental health crisis - here’s why you’re depressed at work!
  • Poop your way to a sharper mind!
  • RFK Jr. wants big pharma ads off your telly!
  • The Smartphone debate continues - Netflix's 'Adolescence' shocks parents! 

Mindset Coach Paul Sheppard is a specialist i...

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Akkermansia – a next generation beneficial strain that is essential for gut health.

While there's no direct link between the bacteria Akkermansia muciniphila and the drug Ozempic, research suggests that Akkermansia may play a role in weight management and metabolic health, similar to how Ozempic and similar drugs work, by influencing gut bacteria and potentially boosting GLP-1 production.

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Today's topics:

1️⃣ Red Light Therapy Goes Below the Belt – A new device promises to boost circulation, collagen, and intimate health—legit science or clever marketing?

2️⃣ CheekAge Clock: The DNA Test That Reveals Your Real Age – Scientists say a cheek...

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5-Amino-1MQ is a cutting-edge compound that targets fat metabolism at the cellular level.

Studies suggest it may boost energy which is why we are talking about it today. It can also reduce stubborn fat, and support longevity by inhibiting an enzyme linked to obesity. But does it work, and is it worth it? 

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If you’ve seen the latest Netflix documentary on Bryan Johnson, you already know gene therapy is no longer the stuff of sci-fi. But is it the ultimate biohack… or a dangerous, unproven gamble?

Today, I’m joined by Bryan Johnson’s gene therapist—Mac Davis. He’s the founder of Minicircle, the company featured in the documentary, and he even appeared in it himself. 

Gene therapy isn’t the futu...

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Today:

🍔 Your diet might be destroying your sleep. A massive new study links ultra-processed food to insomnia.

🧊 Cold therapy—are we all wasting our time? Peter Attia says there’s still no real evidence for longevity benefits. But is he missing something?

🚨 What if a 15-minute scan could detect early signs of cancer, heart disease, and metabolic issu...

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ShapeScale scans you in photorealistic 3D to give you a visual overview of your progress. ShapeScale allows you to see the changes that your eyes can't see. But does it work and is it worth it? 

Know what to focus on with scores Health and body scores let you know which area you should target and if your efforts are paying off

Quantified Bob was my guest on the main podcast, and he's back with an incredible cutting-edge biohacking ...

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