In this episode of The Human Upgrade, Host Dave Asprey dives into natural stem cell activation for faster recovery, brain optimization, and longevity with Christian Drapeau, a pioneering stem cell scientist and founder of STEMREGEN. You’ll learn how to rejuvenate bone marrow with fasting, harness mitochondria and neuroplasticity together, and use microcirculation plus inflammation control to direct your body’s repair where it counts. They share practical biohacking stacks that combine PEMF, vibration, red and infrared light, ketosis, sleep optimization, cold therapy, nootropics, and targeted supplements for human performance. You’ll also hear why stress and cortisol blunt stem cell migration, how to time protocols for training, injury repair, and TBI support, and the exact steps to build a smarter not harder regeneration plan rooted in functional medicine and measurable metabolism upgrades.
How do you activate your body’s natural repair system? How can you hack stem cells for faster recovery, brain optimization, and peak human performance? This episode reveals how to trigger stem cell release, direct them to the right tissues, and stack biohacking tools for maximum regeneration. You’ll learn science-backed strategies for boosting mitochondria, enhancing neuroplasticity, and extending longevity through targeted supplements, fasting, and functional medicine techniques.
Host Dave Asprey talks with Christian Drapeau, a leading stem cell scientist and founder of STEMREGEN. Christian’s decades of research have transformed our understanding of how stem cells repair the body, reverse damage, and amplify performance. He shares practical protocols to mobilize stem cells, improve microcirculation, and reduce inflammation so your body heals faster, functions better, and stays younger for longer.
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This is essential listening for anyone serious about biohacking, longevity, human performance, mitochondria health, neuroplasticity, functional medicine, fasting protocols, supplements for recovery, brain optimization, smarter not harder healing, metabolism upgrades, cold therapy stacks, and next-level physical and cognitive resilience
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Keywords: STEMREGEN, biohacking, natural stem cell activation, human performance, longevity, mitochondria, neuroplasticity, fasting, bone marrow rejuvenation, functional medicine, supplements, brain optimization, metabolism, cold therapy, microcirculation, nootropics, ketosis, smarter not harder, recovery hacks
0:00 — Trailer
Short preview of the episode’s key topics.
1:00 — Why Some People Regenerate Better
Why some individuals heal and recover faster than others.
1:52 — Testing Stem Cell Levels
How to measure your current stem cell count.
2:58 — Natural Stem Cell Function
How stem cells repair and maintain your body.
3:59 — Exercise & Stem Cell Response
Using physical activity to boost and test stem cell activity.
5:13 — Tissue Turnover & Regeneration
The link between cell turnover and healing capacity.
7:03 — Bone Marrow Production
How bone marrow generates stem cells and changes over time.
8:16 — Fasting & Bone Marrow
How fasting supports bone marrow regeneration.
9:33 — Nutrition for Bone Marrow
Key nutrients to support stem cell output.
11:14 — Traditional Meets Modern Science
Blending ancient healing with regenerative medicine.
12:58 — Training Bone Marrow
Techniques to strengthen stem cell production.
13:57 — Stem Cells as Repair System
How stem cells drive healing across the body.
34:20 — Stem Cells & Brain Injury
The role of stem cells in brain repair and recovery.
47:01 — Inside StemRegen Products
The science and effects behind StemRegen supplements.
55:41 — Stress, Cortisol & Stem Cells
How stress hormones impact regeneration.
58:12 — Final Recommendations
Key takeaways for maximizing stem cell health.
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