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Medscape
2 days ago
- Health
- Medscape
The Longevity Paradox: Medicine Meets Silicon Valley
'For without friends, no one would choose to live.' - Aristotle Jeffrey Benabio, MD, MBA Last year, Bryan Johnson, a 46-year-old tech founder, spent 2 million dollars on a regimen that included monthly plasma transfusions from his teenage son. Why? Well, we live in an age when the wealthy inject themselves with young blood, undergo elaborate hormone replacement protocols, get infusions of NAD+, and gobble metformin pill-packs to optimize their biological age. The sell is seductive: Death is evitable. Aging is curable. And with enough money, one can live to be old and healthy. The venture capital bets might be recent, but the yearning is ancient. Herodotus wrote in the 5th century BCE about special waters the long-lived Macrobians drank and bathed in — waters that not only extended life but left their skin "glossy and smooth." Later, Alexander the Great, in his conquests, was said to have been on a quest to find the "Water of Life." He died at 32, which is probably why his product isn't a popular supplement on Amazon today. Lucas Cranach's "The Fountain of Youth," painted in the late Medieval period, shows old and infirm patrons swimming in magical waters and emerging vibrant and young on the other side. Perhaps those waters had rapamycin-producing Streptomyces growing in it — which is a top seller today. The Fountain of Youth by Lucas Cranach d.Ä. Behind the tempting pitch to live forever lies an uncomfortable question: Is this medicine? Should we be testing testosterone on an athletic 23-year-old? Or continuously monitor glucose for a healthy adult with no signs of diabetes? Few doctors would order these for patients, and fewer payors would pick up the tab if they were ordered. This is the disconnect between medicine and entrepreneurs. "The medical system is so patronizing," said a young venture capitalist on a popular startup podcast I was listening to. He was complaining about how doctors resist ordering MRIs or specialized tests because we doctors "think patients are idiots." We do not. He's missing the point that, as a healthy 30-something, medicine is not resourced to help him with wellness requests. Who should pay for his requested MRI? Who would interpret the results? We physicians cannot keep up with the demand for services from those who need us acutely. We've no plan for absorbing a new generation of the "worried well" — better named the "ambitious well" — while also caring for their boomer grandparents. We have a critical shortage of primary care physicians; one that will only worsen as our population ages. The Association of American Medical Colleges projects a shortage of up to 40,400 primary care doctors by 2036. What happens if a portion of that workforce begins dedicating their time to monitoring biomarkers and fine-tuning supplement regimens for patients who are not sick? Healthcare resources — physicians' time, diagnostic equipment, laboratory services — are finite. Every hour we spend with a healthy person seeking optimization is an hour not spent with a patient who is ill. For every primary care physician giving up their practice for a cash-paying longevity clinic, there will be 2000 or so patients who now have to be redistributed onto already burdened practices. When healthy 35-year-olds can get same-day MRIs at boutique practices while my father-in-law waits nearly 2 months for an MRI to characterize a renal mass seen on ultrasound, we've failed. Caring for cash-paying patients who can sit with you for an hour is preferable to the daily grind of 15-minute appointments for patients who actually need an hour of your time. Why shouldn't docs get to choose? For one thing, our training is publicly funded. Taxpayer dollars pick up the tab for more than $20 billion in graduate medical education every year. It seems not quite right that this education doesn't at least in part serve the public who funded it. Despite these concerns, we should acknowledge the import of the longevity movement. Prevention is indeed better than cure. Early intervention can avert costly medical problems. And individuals have a right to pursue health optimizations they value, using their own resources. The question is, how should longevity medicine relate to our broader healthcare system and societal priorities? I think transparency is essential. Longevity interventions should be clearly labeled based on the strength of supporting research. It's the standard we adhere to every day in practice. We also need to be clearer about necessity versus enhancement. Insurance coverage and public resources should prioritize interventions that address or prevent disease. Enhancement services should be demarcated as distinct from necessary medical care. Physicians working in longevity medicine might also acknowledge some societal obligations. Perhaps consider devoting a portion of their practice to underserved populations or contributing to research that benefits the broader public, not just those who can afford boutique services. We also surely must address the structural factors that push physicians toward concierge practices. If doctors are fleeing due to administrative burden and time constraints, improving those would help ensure care remains accessible to all. Lastly, we might recognize that the best determinants of longevity operate at the population not the individual level. Clean air and water, safe neighborhoods, access to nutritious food, and strong social connections likely do more to improve the health and longevity of a population than any supplement or monitoring device. Realizing the promise of longevity medicine requires more than scientific breakthrough; it demands clarity about how these advances should be distributed and what values should guide their application. As physicians we face a choice: Should we allow longevity to become another domain where privilege determines outcomes? Or could we build a system where the benefits of extended healthy life are available to all? Since Herodotus and after nearly 2500 years of searching, we still haven't found the water of life. Or maybe Aristotle actually discovered it just a few years later: gymnastics, moderation in food and drink, and good friends. It's hard to raise a series A with that pitch though.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- General
- Daily Mirror
Plane crash horror as pilot loses control and smashes into airport
Two people were hurt in a plane crash at New Century Airport in Johnson County, Kansas, on Monday. Authorities said the plane crash-landed on the roof of a hangar Two people were hospitalised Monday afternoon following a plane crash at New Century Airport in Johnson County, Kansas, US. The crash occurred just before 1.30pm local time when a light twin-engine aircraft with two occupants crash-landed on the roof of a hangar. According to the Johnson County Sheriff's Office, both individuals suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to a local hospital. 'The good news is that both individuals sustained only minor injuries,' said Bryan Johnson, executive director of the Johnson County Airport Commission. 'They were able to exit the aircraft on their own and climb down a fire ladder to paramedics.' Responding agencies included the sheriff's office, Kansas Highway Patrol, Fire District #1, and MED-ACT. Preliminary reports from the highway patrol indicate that a mechanical failure caused the aircraft's left engine to malfunction, leading the 73-year-old male pilot to lose control. 'Witnesses described hearing a loud boom when the plane struck the building,' Johnson said. 'We're incredibly relieved no one was seriously hurt.' Everyone inside the hangar, which Johnson noted is less than three years old, was safely evacuated and no injuries were reported on the ground. An investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing. Earlier this week, an Air India flight travelling from Hong Kong to Delhi was forced to make a U-turn after the pilot reported a suspected technical issue mid-air. Flight AI315, operated by a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, left Hong Kong for Delhi before quickly returning to its origin as a precautionary measure, reports the Hindustan Times. It comes just days after an Air India plane bound for London Gatwick crashed and killed all but one of the 242 passengers onboard. The flight, which departed Ahmadabad Airport in Gujarat, India, came down moments after taking off on Thursday afternoon. Air India was already battling an "exceptionally poor" reputation before the horror incident, believed to have claimed the lives of 169 Indian nationals, 52 Brits, seven Portuguese nationals and one Canadian passenger. The only survivor, British national Vishwashkumar Ramesh, told local news that he saw the aircraft crew and passengers die around him but managed to flee when the plane suddenly split in two and threw him out with only minor injuries. Mr Ramesh, who was in seat 11A on the Boeing 787 flight, later said "has no idea how he survived" one of India's deadliest aviation disasters.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Controversial biohacker Bryan Johnson sparks outrage with bizarre 'thinspo' post about dieting
Millionaire biohacker Bryan Johnson is known for his strict diet and exercise routine - but he is now under fire for his latest post in which he encouraged people to throw out food. Johnson, 47, has become infamous for his multi-million dollar quest to reverse his age - heavily restricting his calorie intake to only eat whole foods and consuming over 80 supplements in order to remain young. In a recent post to X, formerly known as Twitter, he told followers: 'Throw it in the trash. You're not hungry.' Johnson's post was met with both outrage and mockery - many comparing it to a 'pro anorexia' Tumblr post of the past. 'Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels,' one user joked in the comments, referencing an infamous quote made by supermodel Kate Moss in a 2009 interview. 'I haven't eaten in four days but my night time erections are off the charts,' joked another, making reference to one of Johnson's many youth-seeking treatments. 'He's writing 2014 tumblr thinspo posts now,' someone else wrote. 'Wasting food to be thin? Is this economy? Honey no. I will live off my children's leftovers like a middle aged, obese raccoon if I have to. I don't care,' declared another. 'Anorexia encouragement play? Interesting,' another person replied Johnson previously revealed that he wakes up at 5am every day and goes to bed at 8.30pm in order to maximize his sleep. He eats his last meal of the day at noon, sticks to a 2,000-calorie vegan diet that includes broccoli, cauliflower, and walnuts, and gobbles down 80 vitamins and minerals a day. The biohacker also previously revealed he injected himself with his son's blood in a bizarre attempt to de-age himself. However, at the beginning of the year he announced on social media that he's moved to a 'total plasma exchange' instead. This involved removing all his blood, separating the plasma, and replacing it with a solution of five percent albumin and IVIG (intravenous immunoglobulin), which provides donated immune system antibodies. Back in 2023, he first spoke about tracking his erections at night, revealing at the time that he wears a small device on his penis while sleeping. This measure of sexual function, he said, could help predict other health outcomes like cardiovascular fitness. The California-based biohacker, who made $800 million after selling his company Braintree, has spent million of dollars attempting to reverse his physical age. Johnson's post was met with both outrage and mockery - many comparing it to a 'pro anorexia' Tumblr post of the past Johnson has spoken many times about his mission to spread his 'Don't Die' philosophy and is determined to break the 120-year ceiling of human life expectancy. He claims he now has the heart of a 37-year-old, the skin of a 28-year-old, and the fitness of an 18-year-old after adopting the highly-regimented program in 2020. The tech mogul has also previously spoken about his skincare routine, admitting that he tries to minimize the time he spends in the sun by only venturing out in the early mornings or in the evenings when the UV index is low. He is also a self-confessed sleep fanatic, claiming he has the world's best sleep score and achieved 'perfect sleep' for eight months. He goes to bed and wakes up at the same time every day, making sure to get his nine hours. Johnson - who hosts summits across the world in an attempt to spread the word on expanding longevity - has spent the past four years establishing his anti-aging protocol called Project Blueprint.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Bryan Johnson's routine reveals the future of healthy aging and live happier - know how he looks younger than his age
Bryan Johnson's extreme commitment to health showcases how lifestyle choices can profoundly impact biological ageing. His disciplined routine chores in early rising, exercise, clean nutrition, supplementation, and deep rest demonstrates the power of consistency, precision, and self-awareness. While his methods may not be practical for everyone, the core takeaway is universal: healthspan can be improved by making intentional choices. Prioritising sleep, minimising processed foods, staying active, and listening to your body are attainable steps. Johnson's journey reminds us that age isn't just a number; it's often a reflection of how well we care for ourselves each day. Bryan Johnson's routine reveals the future of healthy aging Bryan Johnson, a 47-year-old Silicon Valley entrepreneur-turned-biohacker, has been in the news for his ambitious quest to not just slow down aging but reverse it. By living a hyper-disciplined life fueled by science and data, Johnson says he has attained the cardiac health of mid-30s, lung function like that of an 18-year-old, and a host of other youthful biological indicators all in defiance of his chronological age. In a recent June 11 interview on This Morning , Johnson tore down the curtain on his rigorous daily routine, comprising cutting-edge therapies, intense exercise, and accurate nutrition protocols. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo His view on human longevity majorly stresses upon the key decisions to be made in attaining the healthy lifestyle where age is just a number; what matters is the kind of lifestyle you inherit in your lifestyle. His interview stresses upon the discussions about human longevity, biohacking, and whether or not it's you who can really change your wellbeing. Bryan Johnson's routine revealed: 4:30 am alarm, 40 supplements, and strict fasting Bryan Johnson's day begins before dawn at 4:30 AM, he exposes himself to a 10,000 Lux light to reset and stimulate his circadian rhythm. This is followed by tracking core body metrics, including temperature and muscle-to-fat ratio, using medical-grade devices. Instead of waking up slowly, Johnson comes on what might be an athlete's best training: strength and endurance training, followed by pro-level recovery gear. At 5:30 am in the gym, slamming out a complete hour of high-intensity activity. A. Bryan Johnson's high-tech recovery: Sauna, light, and oxygen therapy Johnson's recovery after exercise is every bit as aggressive as his training. He spends: 20 minutes in a 200°F sauna. 6 minutes of red and near-infrared light therapy, which is known to support cellular renewal, 90 minutes in a hyperbaric oxygen chamber, which he finds revitalizes blood vessels and improves gut health. Both of these therapies are included in an extensive protocol that is meant to enhance organ function, increase circulation, and reduce biological age. B. Precision nutrition plan with controlled- calorie and extra virgin olive oil When it comes to nutrition, Johnson eats a plant-based diet with surgical exactness. He eats a strict 2,250 calories per day 10% below his maintenance level. His food is precisely assembled to maximize the nutrient density, and each meal consists of a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil that he sees as a foundation anti-ageing ingredient. Impressively, he abstains from eating by 11 am every day, entering an 18-hour period of intermittent fasting that goes on until the following morning. The idea is to improve metabolic efficiency and cell repair. C. Supplement stack and night routine Johnson takes about 40 supplements every day before starting his fast, and these range from generic vitamins to specialized compounds such as calcium alpha-ketoglutarate, which is thought to promote mitochondrial function and longevity. Evenings are reserved entirely for rest and clear thinking. Johnson stays away from screens, avoids emails, and writes in a journal to unwind. His sleeping schedule is also planned out—he sleeps precisely 8 hours and 34 minutes every night, tracked to the minute, which helps him maintain his title as "the most measured person in human history." Source: The Morning Post interview (YouTube) What is healthy aging According to the World Health Organisation, healthy aging is the process of developing and maintaining the functional ability to enable well-being in older age. This means to keep physical and cognitive capabilities, as well as overall well-being, as individuals grow older. Healthy aging, in Bryan Johnson's lifestyle, means more than living longer but it's about staying physically and mentally sharp with age. His method focuses on boosting 'healthspan' through disciplined routines like precision nutrition, intense exercise, recovery therapies, and quality sleep. It's a science-backed, data-driven path to aging well, showing that everyday choices can redefine how we grow older. Tips for healthy aging Biological youthfulness: Johnson monitors biomarkers that show the actual health status of his organs, muscles, heart, and even skin—apart from his years. Everyday discipline: From 4:30 AM training to measured nutrition and sleep, his day is based on consistency, measurement, and intention. Preventive care: Johnson's application of supplementation, fasting, and early interventions demonstrates that preventing age-related decline is key to his approach. Mindful living: Screen detox in the evening, journaling, and deep rest highlights mental clarity and stress management as key components of ageing well. Healthy aging, in essence, according to Bryan Johnson, is about being in charge of lifestyle drivers nutrition, movement, recovery, and sleep so as to decelerate or even reverse biological aging and remain functionally younger for a longer period of time. How Bryan Johnson's organs tell a different biological story Tech millionaire and biohacker Bryan Johnson is 47 years old chronologically, but his body tells a different tale. Johnson is not defined by a single biological age; instead, he is 'hundreds of different ages' at once, depending on the organ or system in question. Here's how his body breaks down: Ears: 64 years old – likely a result of damage from listening to loud music as a teen and a childhood incident where he was shot in the ear with a BB gun. Heart: Equivalent to someone in their mid-30s, showing excellent cardiovascular health. Diaphragm: Remarkably youthful—aged 18 biologically, demonstrating excellent respiratory strength. Rectal tissue: Clinically evaluated to be exceptionally young, according to medical scans. Bryan Johnson measuring the speed of ageing Thanks to cutting-edge science, it's now possible to quantify how fast someone is aging biologically versus how many years they've lived. Johnson, who undergoes near-constant medical testing, has been clinically recognized as the slowest-ageing person on record. His 'pace of aging' is recorded at 0.50—meaning for every 12 months that pass, his body biologically ages just 6 months. This number is derived from tracking thousands of biomarkers over time. The insights of the story highlighting lifestyle changes are exclusively from Tech millionaire Bryan Johnson's interview with The Morning Post. Always consult a healthcare professional before making any lifestyle changes. 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The Guardian
4 days ago
- The Guardian
Man charged with murder after Leanne Akrap's body found in western Sydney bushland
A man has been charged with murdering a woman whose body was found in western Sydney bushland by a passer-by on the weekend. New South Wales police officers were called to Irwin Street in Werrington on Sunday after the body of a 47-year-old Leanne Akrap was located in bushland. Akrap was discovered lying next to clothing and rubbish by a passer-by. 'It appears as though that body has been there for a period of time without discovery,' Det Supt Trent King said earlier this week. A crime scene was established and an investigation commenced with the homicide squad. NSW police did not comment on the alleged cause of death. A report was to be prepared for the coroner. Bryan Steven Johnson, 47, was arrested at a home on Powell Street in Hobartville on Monday evening and charged with murder, police said. He was refused bail to appear before Penrith local court on Tuesday. Forensic teams were seen at the crime scene on Monday checking bins on the street. They also searched a unit about 500 metres from where Akrap's body was found. Sign up to Morning Mail Our Australian morning briefing breaks down the key stories of the day, telling you what's happening and why it matters after newsletter promotion - Additional reporting by Australian Associated Press
