NAD+ Injections: Fountain of Youth or Fad? #587

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 metabolic inflexibility and leaky gut are sabotaging your brain—and his latest, surprising research on how to sort it all out.  Follow Dr. Steven Gundry on Instagram.  Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Just go to  bioptimizers.com/zestology and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.  

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 claims—plus a few gems. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.

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 details of whether you should be lining up for one of these injections. Featuring Nici from Nibu Naturals once again! This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying.      THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/. Nici Burns is the founder of Nibu Naturals — the natural skincare brand shaking up the clean beauty world. Follow Nibu Naturals on Instagram.

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 Weleda, pushing “clean” multi-generational formulas—hmmm... is it another celebrity skincare brand? With Nici Burns, founder of Nibu Naturals — the natural skincare brand shaking up the clean beauty world. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here. Follow Nibu Naturals on Instagram.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.

Feeling overwhelmed by FOMO? In this review episode, we dive into mindfulness and the joy of missing out—yes, JOMO is a thing. Let’s break down what happens when you stop scrolling and actually sink into the present. Mindset Coach Paul Sheppard is a specialist in anxiety, stress, fear of failure, burnout and any limiting mindset that can hold you back. His first book on anxiety will be published this year. This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying.      THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.

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 in anxiety, stress, fear of failure, burnout and any limiting mindset that can hold you back. His first book on anxiety will be published this year. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here. Follow Paul Sheppard on Instagram.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Magnesium Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Magnesium Breakthrough contains seven different forms of magnesium, each playing a unique role in your body. From improving sleep quality to enhancing brain function, and from boosting metabolism to balancing stress response, magnesium is involved in over 600 biochemical reactions. An epic supplement! Just go to bioptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.

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. Whoah. That's a big claim. So is it worth it?  This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying.      THIS REVIEW SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Magnesium Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Magnesium Breakthrough contains seven different forms of magnesium, each playing a unique role in your body. From improving sleep quality to enhancing brain function, and from boosting metabolism to balancing stress response, magnesium is involved in over 600 biochemical reactions. An epic supplement! Just go to bioptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/. Klaudia Balogh is a Longevity Journalist helping you understand and optimise your healthspan. Follow Klaudia on Instagram.  

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 swab can measure biological aging—how accurate is it, and what does it mean for longevity? 3️⃣ RFK Jr. and Experts Warn of Wireless Radiation Risks – The EMF Hazards Summit 2025 is sounding the alarm on Wi-Fi, 5G, and the potential dangers of wireless radiation. 4️⃣ 100,000 Parents Delay Smartphones for Kids – With support from Benedict Cumberbatch and Joe Wicks, a movement is pushing to keep kids off smartphones until 14—is it too late? Featuring Longevity Journalist and friend of the show Klaudia Balogh Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here. Follow Klaudia Balogh on Instagram.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Magnesium Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Magnesium Breakthrough contains seven different forms of magnesium, each playing a unique role in your body. From improving sleep quality to enhancing brain function, and from boosting metabolism to balancing stress response, magnesium is involved in over 600 biochemical reactions. An epic supplement! Just go to bioptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.

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?  Mac Davis, founder of Minicircle, joins me again to review this little-known but exciting compound.  This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying.   THIS REVIEW SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Magnesium Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Magnesium Breakthrough contains seven different forms of magnesium, each playing a unique role in your body. From improving sleep quality to enhancing brain function, and from boosting metabolism to balancing stress response, magnesium is involved in over 600 biochemical reactions. An epic supplement! Just go to bioptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.

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 future—it’s happening right now. And the man behind one of the most controversial longevity experiments in biohacking is with me today. Follow Mac Davis on LinkedIn. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Magnesium Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Magnesium Breakthrough contains seven different forms of magnesium, each playing a unique role in your body. From improving sleep quality to enhancing brain function, and from boosting metabolism to balancing stress response, magnesium is involved in over 600 biochemical reactions. An epic supplement! Just go to bioptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.