I'm Dave Asprey, that's Dave spelled D-A-I-V-E, and this is your 10-minute weekly upgrade on the biggest stories in biohacking, longevity, and the world of health. Let's go. Is the air you're breathing making you sick? Just because you don't see mold doesn't mean it isn't there. My friend Jason Earle has been on a mission for over two decades to help people understand the hidden role of indoor air in their health. He's one of the world's leading experts on mold and indoor air quality, and he created the Got Mold Test Kit to make professional-grade air testing simple and accessible. It uses cutting-edge air sampling tech that top inspectors trust, and it's engineered for you at a fraction of the cost. It takes just minutes to get samples using the patented BioVac air sampling pump. Then you send them prepaid to one of the most prestigious microbiology labs in the world. No guesswork, no paperwork, and no hidden fees. You get fast results, intuitive reports, and great support. And since you keep the pump, you can retest any time for less. It even comes with a lifetime warranty. Mold may be invisible, but its impact isn't. This kit helps you understand your environment so you can take action for your health. Go to gotmold.com and use code DAVE10 to save 10% and see what's in your air. Because the best biohackers don't guess. They test. Here's your first story of the week, and it's a moment of reckoning for the longevity world. As I'm sure you have heard over the week, a new, huge release of Epstein-related DOJ records has pulled physician and longevity influencer Peter Atiyah into the spotlight. Media reports show Atiyah appears in the files more than 1,800 times, prompting CBS News to pull a planned rebroadcast of its 60 Minutes profile of him. Atiyah issued a public apology, calling the language in the emails embarrassing and indefensible, while stating clearly that he did not participate in Epstein's crimes and never traveled to the island. I don't mention this merely as gossip, but simply about trust. In longevity, a small number of voices shape how people eat, supplement, train, and even make medical decisions. When one of those voices faces serious credibility questions, it exposes how fragile that system can be. I want you to know that I don't take my voice in the longevity sea for granted, and know the impact it has on so many wonderful people My goal has always been and will always be to share truth and value as best as I know with you But the takeaway from this fresh release of the files is a practical one Don build your health strategy around a single authority. Always cross-check claims, read primary research when you can, and follow multiple independent experts. Biohacking works best when your information sources are diversified, not centralized. Your next story moves longevity out of theory and into the clinic. The company Life Biosciences has received FDA clearance to begin a first in-human trial of a gene therapy designed to partially reset aging signals in the eye. The therapy uses three Yamanaka factors to restore function in damaged retinal cells without fully reverting them to a risky embryonic state. This approach showed dramatic vision recovery in animal models, and now it's being tested in people with optic nerve damage. Eyes are a smart first target. They're contained, measurable, and clinically meaningful. And while safety is the main goal of this early trial, success would validate a huge idea in aging science, that epigenetic damage isn't permanent. This doesn't mean full body rejuvenation is here, yet, but it does mean that gene therapy-based age reversal is stronger than ever in the human testing phase, and that's a milestone worth paying attention to for us biohackers. Story number three is about metabolic tracking finally catching up with how the body actually works. I'm sure you've heard me talk about my love of ketones for many years now. Well, the next step is finally here. Continuous ketone monitoring is moving closer to real world use, following the same path that glucose monitors took years ago. Instead of occasional finger sticks or pee sticks, wearable sensors aim to show how ketones rise and fall across the day in response to meals, fasting, sleep, stress, and exercise. Abbott is developing a dual sensor that tracks both glucose and ketones in one wearable device. For people with diabetes, this could provide earlier warning of dangerous metabolic states. For keto and fasting users, it turns ketosis into a real-time signal instead of a guessing game. The takeaway is simple. When you can see your fuel usage continuously, you stop debating diets and start running experiments with your unique biology. Just remember, I would be remiss to say that this data is deeply personal. So think carefully about who owns it and how it's used as you start to explore this technology. Story number four takes us into the future of brain health Researchers are developing microscopic wireless brain implants designed to cross the blood barrier without open surgery These nanoscale devices could be injected, settle into neural tissue, and then be read or stimulated from outside the body. This research sits alongside other circuit-level approaches, like sound and light stimulation at specific brain frequencies. Together, they signal a shift in neuroscience from targeting molecules to tuning networks. The potential upside is enormous, from treating depression and Parkinson's to slowing cognitive decline. But the risks are real too. Anything that can read or write brain activity demands strong ethical boundaries, privacy protections, and informed consent. This is a space to watch early, not after it's already normalized. And don't forget to check out my episode with the team at 528 Innovations if you want to dive deeper into some of these cutting-edge therapies. You spend a third of your life in bed. If you're sleeping on a toxic mattress, you're sacrificing quality sleep and recovery. Bad sleep isn't just about feeling tired. It weakens your immune system, raises inflammation, and accelerates aging. I don't risk that. I use an Essentia mattress. I've been sleeping on an Essentia for years, and that's why I teamed up with them to create the Dave Asprey Upgrade, an enhanced EMF protection upgrade built right into their performance mattresses. This is next-level biohacking for your sleep, protecting your body from EMFs, delivering outrageously comfortable beyond-latex organic foam that outperforms memory foam, and doing it all without petrochemicals or chemical flame retardants. The Essentia team designed this to help you spend more time in those crucial REM and deep sleep cycles so your body and brain can perform at their peak. This mattress works. I've tracked it. If you care about recovery, cognitive function, and longevity, your mattress is one of the biggest upgrades you can make. Just go to myessentia.com slash Dave and use code Dave for $100 off to experience the upgrade for yourself. Your fifth story zooms out to economics, and it could reshape global health. India's Sun Pharma is preparing to launch a generic version of sumaglutide as patent protections expire. Because India is a major producer of low-cost generics, this move could drive prices down worldwide and dramatically expand access to GLP-1 drugs. That means these medications may shift from premium weight loss tools to mainstream cardiometabolic interventions But wider access also raises new risks Long use without strength training and adequate protein can lead to muscle loss and metabolic weakness. The takeaway here is stacking intelligently. If GLP-1s become cheaper and more common, the people who benefit most will be the ones who pair them with resistance training, proper nutrition, and a clear long-term plan. Here's the real upgrade to take from all of this. Don't outsource your thinking. Whether it's a big name in longevity, a flashy new gene therapy, a wearable that promises perfect data, or a drug that suddenly becomes cheap and everywhere, your job is the same. Understand what's actually happening in your body and why you're using the tool. Use data to learn, not to impress yourself. Protect muscle and mitochondrial health before you chase weight loss or hacks. Be careful with anything that touches your brain or collects intimate biological data, and build a health strategy that still works when the headlines change, the hype fades, or the influencer disappears. Longevity isn't about one breakthrough. It's about staying adaptable, curious, and hard to fool. That's how you upgrade. All right, guys, that is your weekly biohacking roundup. Join me again next Friday for another rundown of the biggest health stories in the news. Enjoy your weekend. labels and heed all directions and cautions that accompany the products. Information found or received through the podcast should not be used in place of a consultation or advice from a healthcare provider. If you suspect you have a medical problem or should you have any healthcare questions, please promptly call or see your healthcare provider. This podcast, including Dave Asprey and the producers, disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. 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