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The Human Upgrade · June 12, 2026 · 11m 3s

World Cup, Sunscreen, Hair Regrowth, Caffeine Chewing Gum, and more... : 1483

Dave Asprey runs through six health and biohacking stories, focusing on the molecular mechanisms behind each. Topics include GLP-1 drugs shifting epigenetic aging clocks, the FDA finally approving European-style sunscreen ingredients, and a DNA sugar that may regrow hair. He examines how understanding what these molecules do inside the body can unlock better health interventions.

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Highlights

GLP-1 Drugs Moving Aging Clocks
GLP-1 agonists are being studied for their ability to shift epigenetic aging clocks, suggesting they may influence aging processes beyond weight management.
FDA Catches Up to Europe on Sunscreen Filters
The FDA has approved new sunscreen ingredients that have been available in Europe for years.
A DNA Sugar May Regrow Hair
2-deoxy-D-ribose, a sugar component of DNA, shows promise in stimulating hair regrowth in preclinical studies.
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