“I stopped listening to my mind and listened more to my body.”
With this sentence, Bryan Johnson describes a lifestyle that goes far beyond what most people think is possible. The US American, who became famous over a decade ago when he sold his payment company Braintree to PayPal, has a new mission: he is investing 2 million dollars a year in his rejuvenation project “Blueprint”. This comprehensive health and longevity program combines cutting-edge technology, precise data analysis and scientific research to slow down the ageing process.
Bryan Johnson himself serves as a pioneer by testing the methods on himself and making the results available to the public.
The extraordinary program involves more than just a strict routine: Bryan Johnson integrates over 100 vitamins, minerals and supplements into his daily health plan to provide his body with all essential nutrients. He takes many of these substances in concentrated form as supplements, supplemented by a precise plant-based diet that is also rich in micronutrients. His routine is regularly adjusted through testing and the latest scientific findings to ensure optimal results.
Bryan Johnson also monitors his heartbeat and brain waves around the clock and undergoes experimental treatments. One of his more unusual measures was the transfusion of his son’s blood plasma – inspired by studies pointing to the regenerative properties of young blood. But he abandoned even that when the results were not convincing enough.
“Blueprint” has attracted an enormous amount of attention – because Bryan Johnson not only invests millions in his experiment, but also “researches” everything on his own body.
“Don’t Die”: How Bryan Johnson reverses the ageing process
The Netflix documentary “Don’t Die” (released on 01.01.25) offers a fascinating insight into Bryan Johnson’s strictly timed everyday life. With a strictly controlled lifestyle that few people can imagine for themselves and precise data transparency, the 47-year-old says he has managed to reach the biological age of a 30-year-old. His goal: the “biological age reversal”. Bryan Johnson’s approach makes him one of the best-known figures in the biohacking and longevity community, as he shows how technology and science can be used to actively influence the ageing process. He sees his “Blueprint” project not only as a personal experiment, but also as a blueprint for the future of human health and society.
With “Blueprint”, Bryan Johnson has sparked a global movement that is attracting a lot of attention, especially in the longevity and biohacking community. Millions follow him on social media platforms such as Instagram, YouTube and X (formerly Twitter) to find out more about his methods and progress. He also organizes his own events where participants can gain practical insights into his approaches.
Bryan Johnson is no longer a stranger in Germany either. Shows such as Galileo and formats such as the Y-Kollektiv shed light on his precisely structured lifestyle and the innovative approaches of his Blueprint project. This reporting not only stimulates scientific discussions, but also social reflection on prevention and health.
What exactly is the Blueprint concept?
With “Blueprint”, Bryan Johnson wants to optimize his physical and biological health and actively stop the ageing process. His program has been carefully thought out and is based on five central pillars:
- Strict routine: Bryan Johnson’s day starts at 5 a.m. and is meticulously planned. Biometric tests are followed by a targeted workout and a calorie-controlled, plant-based diet. His daily routine includes concentrated work phases, regular exercise, regenerative treatments and ends with an evening routine aimed at optimal sleeping conditions.
- Precise nutrition: He consumes a plant-based, calorie-controlled diet, tailored to his individual nutritional requirements.
- Regular check-ups: several times a day, he measures vital data such as heart rate, brain waves and other biological parameters. Comprehensive monthly tests document progress and provide an insight into his health development.
- Nutritional supplements: Every day, Bryan Johnson takes over 50 specially selected vitamins, minerals and substances that are tailored to his specific health goals. These include vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, zinc, resveratrol,quercetin and coenzyme Q10, which are important for cell health, anti-inflammation and antioxidant protection.
- State-of-the-art treatments: Skin rejuvenation, gut optimization and also experimental approaches based on scientific studies are said to contribute to “biological age reversal”, such as his son’s temporary use of blood plasma transfusions, based on the hypothesis that young blood could have regenerative effects.
Why is Blueprint socially relevant?
“We wait until people fall ill and then treat the symptoms. Why don’t we just make sure we stay healthy?”
Bryan Johnson criticizes society’s widespread acceptance of an unhealthy lifestyle, which is often considered the “norm”, and questions this orientation of health structures. He not only strives for a longer life, but also a high quality of life in old age. He sees himself as a pioneer who wants to change the future of humanity with “Blueprint”: that they could extend and improve their lives worldwide.
Life expectancy has risen steadily since the first mortality data was recorded in the 19th century. According to the current mortality table 2021/2023, life expectancy at birth is 78.2 years for men and 83.0 years for women. Since the late 20th century, the extension of life expectancy in older age groups has become increasingly important, a phenomenon known as “reducing old-age mortality”. The chance of an 80-year-old reaching the age of 100 is now 20 times higher.
However, many people spend a considerable part of their lives with health restrictions. Data from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) shows that the likelihood of suffering from chronic or age-related illnesses increases significantly with age. There is an increasing discrepancy between rising life expectancy and the quality of the remaining years of life: many people live a considerable part of their lives with health restrictions and at the same time the quality of the remaining years of life decreases.
In view of the impressive increase in life expectancy, the question arises as to whether the years gained are primarily characterized by longer phases of illness at the end of life or whether they represent a gain in active and high-quality years of life.
Johnson challenges the healthcare structure, which is reactive rather than preventative: his philosophy aims to achieve not only a longer life, but also a better quality of life in old age, given that many people spend their final years in ill health. This highlights a fundamental societal problem, as increasing life expectancy often goes hand in hand with poor health in later years. Although people are now living longer, they are spending the last years of their lives with health restrictions.
Longevity health structure
neotes pursues a similar vision to Bryan Johnson: health solutions such as the neotes bioAge Test can measure and evaluate the biological state of the body. Individual weaknesses can then be identified and targeted measures taken to improve health. This not only extends the lifespan, but also increases the quality of life. Both “Blueprint” and neotes aim to work towards a healthy future and longevity.
How can products such as the neotes bioAge Test help you take control of healthy ageing?
With the precise epigenetic age test from neotes, you can not only measure the biological state of your body, but also receive personalized recommendations to work on your own health in a targeted manner.
With a Longevity Membership, you receive continuous support, regular tests and updates on your biological progress as well as access to exclusive content and programs that enable you to optimize your lifestyle and health in the long term. In addition, based on the test results, individualized micronutrients can be recommended that are precisely tailored to your needs in order to influence the aging process even more specifically. This promotes a long-term improvement in quality of life and a conscious approach to your own ageing process.
Conclusion: Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint as inspiration for the future of health
Blueprint and neotes have a few things in common: Longevity, modern technology and a conscious approach to one’s own body. Healthy ageing is not a luxury, but an investment in a better quality of life. Practical measures such as regular tests, targeted exercise and a balanced diet are essential steps on this path. Both “Blueprint” and neotes pursue the vision of making health measurable and optimizable in order to not only live longer, but also better.
Bryan Johnson’s methods show how far you can go in the field of health and technology. While his approach is not feasible for most, neotes pursues similar visions in a more everyday form by making health and longevity accessible to everyone.
It’s not about living like Bryan Johnson, it’s about taking responsibility for your own health. With neotes’ tools, such as the bioAge Test, you can discover your individual data and take targeted action to shape your healthy ageing. The Longevity Membership offers you continuous support, regular tests, personalized recommendations and access to valuable knowledge to guide you on your path to better health. Take action – invest in yourself and get started today!
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