Benjamin Franklin famously stated, “In this world, nothing is certain except for death and taxes.” However, when Franklin penned this phrase in 1789, he likely never imagined someone like Bryan Johnson, a wealthy ‘biohacker’ intent on defying mortality.
Johnson, a prominent wellness influencer, has made it his mission to escape the inevitable cycle of life and death, aiming to achieve ‘living forever’ as soon as 2039, a goal that has captured the attention of millions.
To pursue this dream, Johnson subjects himself to a rigorous regimen that includes consuming numerous pills daily and engaging in unusual procedures to extend his lifespan and reverse his biological age. He claims to have successfully turned back his biological clock by five years through these unconventional methods, which include injecting his son’s blood plasma.
Despite spending more than $2,000,000 annually and meticulously tracking his every physical detail, questions about Johnson’s health have arisen. After he revealed the results of comprehensive blood tests, some fitness enthusiasts expressed concern over his well-being.
Despite Johnson’s assertions that he possesses “the best comprehensive biomarkers ever measured” and his belief that he deserves the title of ‘healthiest’ person, not all agree with his self-assessment. Fellow biohacker Jack Schroder reviewed the extensive pages of blood work shared by Johnson and noted on X that there were several concerning aspects.
Schroder remarked, “If you told me that it was just a regular individual who doesn’t do any health interventions (let alone spending millions of dollars a year), I’d honestly believe it.” He pointed to relatively low white blood cell counts and levels of proteins like ferritin, suggesting potential issues with iron absorption, nutrient deficiency, or inflammation.
Others echoed similar concerns, with one individual commenting, “Ferritin under 30 is absolute iron deficiency.” Another user added, “Especially for men. In women, ferritin tends to run lower because of regular menstrual blood loss, many of us live chronically under 30. In a man, ferritin that low strongly suggests an underlying issue that needs proper investigation.”
Johnson’s dietary choices might provide a clue to these concerns. Despite his meticulous control over his diet and physical health, he abstains from one food source that has been a staple throughout human history. As a vegan, Johnson does not consume meat, which could potentially boost his iron and ferritin levels.
A member of the community offered Johnson some advice following his test results: “Your iron saturation is low. Ferritin low. Serum iron barely normal. Bro, you need more iron. Get some ferrous bisglycinate.”
As Johnson continues his quest for immortality, aiming to reach this milestone by 2039 at the age of 61, it’s clear he still has challenges to overcome. Perhaps by then, he might also rely on the blood of someone much younger, though not his own.