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Biohackers have been using CGMs (Continuous Glucose Monitors) for years. Sharam Fouladgar-Mercer is the co-founder of Signos, the first ever FDA-cleared CGM for weight management. So how has running a company (and looking at all the data from their 35k person clinical trial) changed his own routine? Follow Sharam Fouladgar-Mercer on LinkedIn.

Yet more GLP1 news this week. People regain on average 60% of their lost weight within a year of stopping GLP-1 drugs — and the regained weight may be disproportionately fat rather than muscle. So are a tool that biohackers have known about for years - CGMs - the answer? Sharam Fouladgar-Mercer is the co-founder of Signos, the first ever FDA-cleared glucose system for weight management. Follow Sharam Fouladgar-Mercer on LinkedIn.

Ed Stafford is a British explorer, renowned as the first person to walk the entire length of the Amazon River, a 4,000-mile, 860-day journey completed in 2010. He is famous for his Discovery Channel survival series, including Naked and Marooned, Marooned, and First Man Out, and his new one... Rite of Passage. But what's his daily biohacker routine. Follow Ed Stafford on Instagram.

The man who famously walked the length of the Amazon and survived naked on a deserted island is back, and on Biohacking News today. In his groundbreaking new series, "Ed Stafford's Rite of Passage", the world-renowned adventurer pivots from solo survival to deep cultural immersion. From the plains of Ethiopia to the dense jungles of Brazil, Stafford isn't just filming indigenous rituals; he's participating in them. And I'm a huge fan of Ed's... watch the whole series on Discovery. Follow Ed Stafford on Instagram.

Filmmaker David Donnelly was on the main podcast a few days ago. In this short midweek routines podcast, he told me what he saw behind the scenes while making Forever Young completely changed his focus on his own health. https://www.foreveryoung.film/ Follow David Donnelly: Substack Instagram X FB YT

Longevity science has moved from the fringe to serious labs around the world. Today, filmmaker David Donnelly joins me to talk about what he saw behind the scenes while making Forever Young - and what we're getting right and wrong about living longer. Check out the film here https://www.foreveryoung.film/ Follow David Donnelly: Substack Instagram X FB YT

Dr John La Puma, two-time New York Times bestselling physician, calls it the "Indoor Epidemic." His new book on how much time we spend outdoors is out in the next couple of days, so how much time does HE spend outdoors? Follow Dr John La Puma on Instagram.

It's official: We now spend 93% of life indoors. That's not normal. Dr John La Puma, two-time New York Times bestselling author and doctor, calls it the "Indoor Epidemic." Sleep, focus, metabolism and mood are taking a hit. Is the fix really as simple as going outside? Follow Dr John La Puma on Instagram.

Valerie Orsoni is the author of 55 books (written by her, not chatGPT!), published in 5 languages and bestsellers in the USA, France, UK, Serbia, Portugal, and Italy. But what about her daily biohacker's day routine, especially when she's not at home? Follow Valerie Orsoni on Instagram.

hear about it constantly. Some swear it cures "incurable" conditions. Others dismiss it entirely: "Just a useless grandma's remedy." Some even warn about serious allergic risks. So — who should we believe? Today the journalist who's done a deep dive on propolis. Plus more Attia/Epstein updates Valerie Orsoni is an OG biohacker and the author 55 books + keynote speaker. Follow her here. Welcome inside the hive. Full breakdown.

Dr. Jordan Glenn found something incredible when his company tested supplements They purchased 44 top-selling supplements. 💊 22 out of 44 (50%) failed their active ingredient claim 💊 20 products had between 0–3% of what the label promised 💊 6 out of 8 gummies failed He was our main guest on the podcast a few weeks ago. And today in our A Biohacker's Day short midweek podcast, we hear what supplements he himself takes after doing all that research. Follow Dr. Jordan Glenn on LinkedIn.

One story involves a sauna, an ice plunge, and whole milk. The other involves $1 million, AI health tracking, and an ongoing attempt to cheat death (guess who that's about?). This week on Biohacking News, we unpack what it all means. After the news, we revisit a Must-Listen Classic from the vault with Esther Perel, one of the most important conversations I've ever had on this podcast. Follow Esther Perel on Instagram.

Today's short podcast is an eclectic mix. From Epstein and the CIA to meditation and nervous system regulation. I'm joined by John Gray, author of the wildly bestselling book Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, to talk stress, hormones and why modern life is frying our nervous systems.

This week I'm joined by John Gray, author of the wildly bestselling book Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, to talk stress, hormones and why modern life is frying our nervous systems. We break down how men and women respond differently to pressure, why burnout hits harder than you think, and what that does to testosterone, estrogen and longevity. If you care about performance, health and staying sane in 2026… this one might surprise you.

Today in A Biohacker's Day, my guest is Jeannette Maw, a long-time Law of Attraction teacher who's been on Oprah. She's helped thousands of people apply manifestation principles in a grounded, real-world way. Take it away Jeannette.... Check out Jeannette Maw's blog.

Find out how to control your emotions, stop fear wrecking your future, and lock in the life you actually want. Many people associate the Law of Attraction with vision boards, big goals, and future dreams. But what about using it when you're anxious, overwhelmed, or living through genuinely stressful times? Jeannette Maw has been on Oprah, and she's the real deal. Check out Jeannette Maw's blog.

Longevity doctor Peter Attia has faced a backlash this week over appearing in the Epstein files. He has publicly apologized and a lot has happened since our last podcast. Here is the latest.

DOJ-released files include emails between Dr. Peter Attia and Jeffrey Epstein. What the emails contain, and the latest. Also today: What if the supplement you take every morning contains… almost nothing? My guest today runs a company that quietly did something most supplement brands are terrified of. They bought top-selling supplements Sent them to accredited labs. And published what they found. Dr. Jordan Glenn head of science at SuppCo, is my guest today Follow Dr. Jordan Glenn on LinkedIn. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough This festive season has been full of late nights. It's time to get sleep back on track, with BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Klaudia Balogh lives on the road as Chief Health Correspondent for Biohack Yourself Magazine. Which means... Airport food. Hotel gyms. Jet lag. Sleep disruption. Immune crashes. And the joy of explaining suspicious powders to security. So what does a real biohacker actually travel with? This is our midweek A Biohacker's Day episode. Enjoy! Follow Klaudia Balogh on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough This festive season has been full of late nights. It's time to get sleep back on track, with BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Amazon's AI doctor Is live. Are we ready though? It uses large language models trained on your medical records to: Answer health questions Manage prescriptions Coordinate care. So should we be delighted or terrified? Also today.... ☕ Dunkin Donuts vs CGM experiment 🥦 America rewrote its food pyramid, and the fallout continues🥊 Mike Tyson and biohacking (yes, really) What a show! My guest is Klaudia Balogh, Chief Health Correspondent, Biohack Yourself Magazine Follow Klaudia Balogh on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough This festive season has been full of late nights. It's time to get sleep back on track, with BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Meditation is great. But for so many of us, real life gets in the way. In this midweek episode of A Biohacker's Day, Glenn Harrold talks about how he keeps meditation as a daily habit, even on busy days when time is tight and everything is pulling for attention. He shares how he fits it into real life, why consistency matters more than long sessions, and how even a few minutes can change your stress levels, focus, and mood. If you think you're too busy to meditate, well I am too! This episode is for you. Check out Glenn's new book Awaken and Ascend on Amazon now Follow Glenn Harrold on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough This festive season has been full of late nights. It's time to get sleep back on track, with BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

From sleep and stress to behaviour change and emotional healing, hypnosis is being taken increasingly seriously by neuroscience, performance psychology, and clinical therapy. In this episode of Biohacking News, I'm joined by Glenn Harrold, one of the world's most successful hypnotherapists and multi-million-selling author. He's an old friend, lives in my home town here in Portugal, and me and him have sparred at the top of the audiobook charts for many years. Check out Glenn Harrold's new book Awaken and Ascend on Amazon now We explore how hypnosis works at the level of the nervous system and subconscious mind, why old patterns are so hard to break, and how emotional conditioning shapes health, habits, and decision-making for life. This is not stage hypnosis or party tricks. It is brain training, behavioural rewiring, and deep mental recovery. Follow Glenn Harrold on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough This festive season has been full of late nights. It's time to get sleep back on track, with BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

How plugging into the natural world can lift us more than any supplement or gadget. A Biohacker's Day is our midweek short podcast. We look at morning routines, evening routines, and biohacks that make a difference to daily routines. I'm joined by health coach and author Max Lowery, founder of the Never Diet Again movement. Follow Max Lowery on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough This festive season has been full of late nights. It's time to get sleep back on track, with BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Coming up today, RIP dieting. Why the "January diet" mindset is scientifically doomed to fail, and why radical, deeper approaches to diet are getting stunning results. Today on Biohacking News, New Year's Resolutions are starting to waver, especially when it comes to physical health. So, how are biohackers hacking that? I'm joined by health coach and author Max Lowery, founder of the Never Diet Again movement. We talk about: why most New Year weight-loss resolutions fail by February how to break the "all-or-nothing" mindset and the small, science-backed habits that actually move the needle. If you're tired of calorie-counting, guilt cycles, and short-term results, and you want your New Year's resolutions to stick until February, this one's for you. Follow Max Lowery on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough This festive season has been full of late nights. It's time to get sleep back on track, with BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

In this midweek 'A Biohacker's Day' episode, I'm joined again by Andy Ramage. Former professional footballer, now author, and co-founder of One Year No Beer, as well as Dryy App. Follow Andy Ramage on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough This festive season has been full of late nights. It's time to get sleep back on track, with BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Dry January is everywhere this week. Headlines. Morning TV. Group chats. So we thought this was the perfect moment to dig into it properly. In this episode of Biohacking News, I'm joined by Andy Ramage. Former professional footballer, now bestselling author, and co-founder of One Year No Beer, as well as Dryy App. Andy joined me years ago on the podcast, so it's about time we caught up, and the perfect time. Follow Andy Ramage on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough This festive season has been full of late nights. It's time to get sleep back on track, with BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

It's 2026, and the Resolution Illusion is alive and well. Every January, the same thing happens. Everyone sets goals, faithfully writes them down or downloads an app to help, and eventually gives up by February. But what if the problem isn't motivation? What if it's the way we approach goals in the first place? That's what today's episode is all about... the science, and the changing trends, around goal-setting, habit formation, and mindset. Dr. Simpson is an internationally acclaimed celebrity mind coach, hypnotherapist, presenter, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and business consultant, and most importantly, my great mate who's been on this podcast more than any other guest in its eleven year history. Follow Dr. Simpson on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough This festive season has been full of late nights. It's time to get sleep back on track, with BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

I know I said 'see you next year' in the last episode. This is just a short podcast-check-in. A proper Merry Christmas, and a quick heads-up on what's coming in January so you're not left wondering. Tony x THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough This festive season has been full of late nights. It's time to get sleep back on track, with BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Hello and welcome to Biohacking News: The Christmas Message 2025. Like the King's speech, but more interesting, and with fewer castles. This is my annual moment to look back at a year of upgrades, breakdowns, breakthroughs and blue urine, and gently pretend I understood all of it at the time. We also unveil our podcast interview of the year. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Coming up: Valerie Orsoni's Extreme Travel Hacks, Power Supplements, and the One Ritual She Never Skips It's our mid-week biohacking routine show and it's called A Biohacker's Day. This week Valerie Orsoni travels all around the world and climbs mountains with incredible regularity. What is her routine when she's on the mountain? What are her non-negotiables? What are the biohacks that she never skips when she's halfway up Kilimanjaro? Follow Valerie Orsoni on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Coming up, the viral sleep hacks that are backfiring on TikTokers, and what you could do instead. Trends such as #sleepmaxxing (over 7 million views) to #morningshed (over 40 million views) routines are taking over TikTok, but what are they, and how harmful are they? (Analysis by Beauty Sleep Boutique) Valerie Orsoni is the author of 55 books (written by herself, not chatGPT!) on wellness, weight loss, and health, published in fiver languages and bestsellers in the USA, France, UK, Serbia, Portugal, and Italy. Follow Valerie Orsoni on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

How would your mornings look if you did an hour of functional workout training every single morning? A Biohacker's Day is our midweek short podcast and today features entrepreneur and host of the Modern Rituals Alex Higham. It includes: Morning stacks, Remineralised water, Tai Chi First coffee of the day and Work! Check out Modern Rituals podcast now.

BREAKING: BiOptimizers Cyber Monday sale on until the end of the week. Save 33% sitewide. (In particular, check out BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night.) Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15. Code works worldwide, and on all their products, and watch out for special Cyber Monday gifts too. The Word of the Year shortlist is out, and biohacking has officially gone mainstream. Today we will look at the shortlist, what it means, and why it matters. It is also my Book of the Year episode. If you like biohacking and you like books, you will enjoy this one. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough BiOptimizers Cyber Monday sale on until the end of the week. Save 33% sitewide!! BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15. Code works worldwide, and on all their products, and watch out for special Cyber Monday gifts too.

On the day before Black Friday, I think you'll enjoy this. A Biohacker's Day is our midweek short podcast. We look at morning routines, evening routines, and biohacks that make a difference to daily routines. Today, it's about remembering what's important in life with the fantastic Brett Moran. Sure, those last-minute deals on gadgets you never knew you needed might feel good in the short term, but do they equal long-term happiness? Side note, you can probably have both, if you so desire. But here's a note of reality. Follow Brett Moran on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY BIOPTIMIZERS If you're looking for one upgrade that genuinely supports your health going into the new year, this is it. BIOptimizers are running their biggest Black Friday offer of the year: 25% off sitewide + free gifts with every order. It's the perfect moment to stock up and set yourself up for better sleep, better recovery, and better routines in 2026. I use Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough every night, and I've added their new Magnesium Breakthrough drink to my post-workout shake. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for 25% off sitewide + free gifts with purchase. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

What we cover in this episode Why Black Friday is good for planned purchases but terrible for impulse buys The truth about Amazon biohacking discounts Two new products Tony actually bought this month Why a meditation challenge might beat a supplement haul Loads more biohacking news, links and stuff. Follow Brett Moran on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY BIOPTIMIZERS If you're looking for one upgrade that genuinely supports your health going into the new year, this is it. BIOptimizers are running their biggest Black Friday offer of the year: 25% off sitewide + free gifts with every order. It's the perfect moment to stock up and set yourself up for better sleep, better recovery, and better routines in 2026. I use Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough every night, and I've added their new Magnesium Breakthrough drink to my post-workout shake. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for 25% off sitewide + free gifts with purchase. Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Today's pocdast features the brightest SAD lamp on Earth. Or at least, that's what it feels like. (No official testing department was involved.) A Biohacker's Day is our midweek short podcast and today features entrepreneur and gut health expert Joni Laiho from THERA Nordic. He breaks down his morning routine and why he uses it, what it does to your brain, and what to do if you get down in winter. Follow Thera Nordic on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

The world's most measured man just did the most unmeasurable thing. Yes, 5 grams of psilocybin. You've probably seen something of this on social media. Bryan Johnson filmed the whole ego-death experiment, and has been posting about it ever since. We give our take today. Also today, Biohacking isn't a basement hobby anymore, it's an industry. Joni Laiho has great experience buiding trusted health brands including the brilliant Thera Nordic. We talk hype vs. science, Finnish saunas, biohacking business, and Bryan Johnson. Follow Thera Nordic on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

This is A Biohacker's Day, our midweek podcast episode featuring longevity journalist Klaudia Balogh. Vagus nerve stimulation Ketones in coffee Meditation with a Flex Beam Lymphatic drainage Blue blocking glasses All in the name of optimisation! Follow Klaudia Balogh on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Is Erling Haaland's Steak-and-Milk Diet Really That Mad? The Norwegian striker's eating habits are back in the headlines and they're pure biohacker. From raw milk to massive steaks, the way his "mad" routine has been reported says more about modern nutrition media than it does about him. Butter Breakdown: What You're Really Buying From raw milk to butter. The dairy aisle's a minefield. Here's how to tell the real stuff from the imposters, and how easy it is to make a mistake. Saudi Arabia to Miami. An amazing schedule of biohacking conferences over the last few weeks. The brilliant longevity journalist Klaudia Balogh has been to them all and she joins me today. Follow Klaudia Balogh on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

This episode is sponsored by Magnesium Breakthrough and Sleep Breakthrough — two of my favourite biohacks for deeper sleep and better recovery. Right now you can get 15 % off either one when you use the code TONY15 at bioptimizers.com/tony My guest today is genetic expert and epigenetic performance coach Chris Barnes. He delivered a keynote in Australia at Wanderlust Wellspring, alongside the biggest names in longevity such as Wim Hof, Dave Asprey and more. But what's his daily biohacking routine? Check out his work here. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.