Warning: This article discusses drug use, which some readers may find upsetting.
Bryan Johnson shared some light-hearted remarks before disclosing how his experience with magic mushrooms has affected his sexual health.
Johnson recently surprised many of his followers by announcing his decision to experiment with magic mushrooms and document the outcomes on social media.
The tech entrepreneur, recognized as a biohacker with aspirations of immortality, has been engaging in various experiments to ‘reverse’ his biological age.
His endeavors have gained significant attention on social media, where he regularly updates on his progress, sharing both achievements and setbacks in pursuit of his goal.
Kate Tolo, co-founder of his venture Blueprint, announced on X on November 9 that Johnson had ingested ‘five grams of magic mushrooms’.
Consuming five grams or more is often referred to as a ‘heroic dose’, a term coined by American philosopher Terence McKenna, a well-known advocate for magic mushrooms.
At the conclusion of his experiment, Johnson mentioned he would take some time to reflect, and on November 16, he shared his insights.
In a playful manner on his X page, he emphasized that the information was ‘sensitive data’ and advised against sharing or discussing his findings.
Following a post requiring users to scroll down, he revealed: “Ok here is the situation, since the mushroom trip I’ve been having multiple spontaneous erections every day, something I haven’t experienced since childhood.
“The possible reason why is the mushrooms reduced my cognitive inhibition, increased parasympathetic tone, and increased brain entropy, leading to a more flexible, youthful nervous system.
“This week i’ll be measuring my nighttime erections to assess any change there.
“Remember, nighttime erections are had by men and women every single night and are one of the strongest predictors of overall health.
“Now, recall your commitment, do not repost this and do not mention it in the comments. we need to respect others who don’t want to know about this.”
A study conducted in 2024 indicated a potential connection between psychedelic drug use and sexual function.
The research, published in the journal Nature Scientific Reports by experts from the Centre for Psychedelic Research at Imperial College London, analyzed nearly 300 individuals before and after experiencing psychedelics.
Their findings showed that, on average, participants reported enhancements in various aspects of sexual function up to six months after their psychedelic experiences.
These improvements encompassed enjoyment of sex, sexual arousal, satisfaction with sex, attraction to a partner, self-image, communication, and overall sense of connection.