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Biohacking News by Zestology

Tony Wrighton
774 episodes   Last Updated: May 26, 25
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.

Episodes

Ten years in, 600 episodes down — and it’s still a weird, wonderful world out there. This is a special 10 year episode, and it's been a good week for biohacking drama — and actual science. Coming up...  Aubrey Marcus relationship stuff RFK goes nuclear in committee hearing Whoop Band 5.0 (hmmm) Seed Oil free hotels are now a thing Ben Azadi hits NYT bestseller list  Massive creatine trial (v.good - take more!) Follow Aubrey Marcus 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: 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 TONY10 for at least 10% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.
PEMF tech claims to boost recovery, reduce pain, improve sleep, and even enhance cellular health — but does it actually work? PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy uses low-frequency magnetic waves to stimulate cells and support healing at a cellular level. Today on this reviews episode of Biohacking News, I’m joined by Amitay Eshel, CEO and co-founder of Young Goose skincare. As you'll hear he's found a surprising benefit to using it, which you might never expect, but is pretty awesome.    THIS REVIEW SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers - epic sleep 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/.
Can your skincare routine outsmart aging? Let’s find out. What's better - peptides or Botox? Can you outsmart aging without freezing your face? What biohackers are doing instead of Botox Inside the world of injectable-free skin optimization Today on Biohacking News, I’m joined by Amitay Eshel, CEO and co-founder of Young Goose skincare company. Follow Amitay Eshel 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/.  
There’s a mental move that high performers swear by—but almost no one talks about it. In this episode, discover the hidden skill that could change the way you think, react, and win. Michael E. Long’s back again. He's awesome and he knows about this stuff. His new book, Taming the Molecule of More, explores how dopamine drives our behavior and how we can manage its influence for a more fulfilling life.   THIS REVIEW SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers - epic sleep 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/.
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 written. Follow Michael E. Long 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 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.  THIS REVIEW SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers - epic sleep 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/.
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 your diet on the back of it.  Dr. Valter Longo is one of the world’s leading experts on longevity, fasting, and disease prevention. He’s the creator of the Fasting-Mimicking Diet, author of The Longevity Diet, and a pioneer in nutrition-based healthspan research. Follow Dr. Valter Longo 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/.
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 biohacking reviews episode, enjoy! Ben Azadi is with me again... he's a leading voice in metabolic health and bestselling author. Pre-order his book and get bonuses at www.metabolicfreedombook.com    THIS REVIEW SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers - epic sleep 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/.  
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 voice in metabolic health and bestselling author. His new book, Metabolic Freedom, is AWESOME, and you can grab it here with bonuses. Follow Ben Azadi 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/.
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.    THIS REVIEW SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers - epic sleep 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/.