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The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka

Gary Brecka
Nutrition
Mental Health
Biohacking
Gut Health
Inflammation
Chronic Disease
Health
Health and Wellness
Longevity
Sleep
Hydration
Functional Medicine
Seed Oils
Mold Toxicity
Detoxification
Cold Exposure
Cognitive Function
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Gut Microbiome
Mindfulness

Gary Brecka is a Human Biologist, biohacker, researcher, and an anti-aging and longevity expert. His approach to health is simple: "Aging is the aggressive pursuit of comfort." For over 20 years, he worked in the life insurance industry predicting mortality. This meant if he got 5 years of medical records and 5 years of demographic data on you, the team that he was associated with could tell a lif... more

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You might think Alzheimer's starts in your 70s. Dr. David Perlmutter explains why it begins decades earlier, and how the p-tau 217 blood test flags risk long before symptoms appear. Gary Brecka and Dr. Perlmutter break down microglia, insulin resista... more

NAD+ became a $4.5 billion industry of IV drips, patches, nasal sprays and powders almost overnight, with clinics charging $2,000 a bag to reverse your age and cure your hangover. Some of what you have been told about NAD+ is true. Some of it is comp... more

Wildlife biologist Forrest Galante has spent his life around animals that have constant access to food and never eat themselves into obesity or liver disease, and he argues that what humans do traces back to the one thing we have spent a century engi... more

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You might think your anxiety is a mindset problem. It isn't. In this episode, human biologist Gary Brecka explains why chronic stress leaves your autonomic nervous system stuck in fight-or-flight, and how elevated cortisol degrades your gut lining, s... more

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Recent Guests

Richard Horowitz
Board-certified internist and author of Ending Chronic Illness
Horowitz MSIDS Clinic / author
Episode: 302. The Antibiotics That Reversed Alzheimer's Blood Marker - Dr. Richard Horowitz
David Grutman
Nightlife entrepreneur, interviewee on relationships and foundational life stuff
CEO of Groot Hospitality
Episode: 301. 300th Episode: How to Strengthen Your Immune System with Wim Hof, Barbara O'Neill, Kelly Slater & More!
Kelly Slater
11-time world champion surfer
Professional surfer
Episode: 301. 300th Episode: How to Strengthen Your Immune System with Wim Hof, Barbara O'Neill, Kelly Slater & More!
TJ Dillashaw
UFC champion, fighter's comeback story
Professional mixed martial artist
Episode: 301. 300th Episode: How to Strengthen Your Immune System with Wim Hof, Barbara O'Neill, Kelly Slater & More!
Kyle Diamantes
Government official involved in food system reform
Public sector
Episode: 301. 300th Episode: How to Strengthen Your Immune System with Wim Hof, Barbara O'Neill, Kelly Slater & More!
Jim Stoppani
Dr. Jim Stoppani, PhD in exercise physiology, Yale-trained researcher
Independent researcher and educator
Episode: 300. How to Build Muscle After 50: Protein, Leucine & Amino Acid Timing - Jim Stoppani
Dr. Judy Morgan
Veterinarian with over 40 years' experience, certified in traditional Chinese medicine, chiropractic care, and food therapy for animals
Naturally Healthy Pets / Dr. Judy Morgan
Episode: 298. Dr. Judy Morgan: What Kibble Does to Your Dog's Liver
Jordan Rubin
America's biblical health coach, author, and founder of Garden of Life/The Maker's Diet
Garden of Life (former founder), The Maker's Diet
Episode: 296. Dr. Jordan Rubin: The Truth About Raw Dairy and Your Gut
Dr. Dituri
Aviator-turned-scientist known as Dr. Deep Sea
Episode: 294. Dr. Deep Sea: Hyperbaric Chamber Benefits Nobody Explains Correctly

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Gary Brecka
Host of The Ultimate Human Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 7.3k ratings
  • Skin episode contradicting info

    Expert one, use retinol 1-2x a week for optimal skin! Expert two, retinol is ruining your skin barrier & you co-sign “borrowing from your skin’s future”… even though you already co-signed the first expert’s retinol recommendation??? Make it make sense Gary. Have a backbone with York guests and don’t ride the fence, it comes off extremely disingenuous

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ariib3478
    United States2 months ago
  • Craft Microbiome

    I listen to Gary a lot. I am very disappointed he would platform someone fraudulent. After paying $500 for a stool test and my father-in-law paying another $500 for his, we have never heard back from craft after months. We’ve reached out to their customer service email, called, and even texted and nothing. Such a waste of time and money.

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    2
    WyoEG
    United States2 months ago
  • MAGA Centric

    Thought the podcast sounded interesting only to find it’s MAHA and MAGA centric political references are a huge turnoff.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kathyc72
    United States3 months ago
  • Talking too Much

    I really enjoy this show and listen regularly; I’m so thankful for Gary Brecka and the information he shares. I have 4 stars because often times Gary talks too much vs simply asking his most intriguing guests basic questions and then allowing them to talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Run4mylife
    United States5 months ago
  • First Time Listener

    I’ve been following Gary Brecka on X for a while and just learned about his podcast. Such great information!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poway Anglican
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners praise practical health guidance and motivation but some critique interruptions or audio inconsistencies.
Some reviews note MAGA/Maha-leaning references as a turnoff to part of the audience.
Feedback highlights quality guests and actionable health strategies, with recurring requests for better sound levels and guest-centric questioning.

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299. Q&A: Folic Acid, MTHFR, Vitamin D3 & Testosterone
Q: What about MTHFR and folic acid vs methylfolate?
MTHFR mutations are common; avoid folic acid and instead use methylfolate (5-MTHF) or methylated prenatal vitamins if pregnant.
299. Q&A: Folic Acid, MTHFR, Vitamin D3 & Testosterone
Q: How much vitamin D3 should you take?
Aim for 60-80 ng/mL blood levels with a minimum of 5,000 IUs of vitamin D3 daily, paired with vitamin K2 to direct calcium where it belongs.
299. Q&A: Folic Acid, MTHFR, Vitamin D3 & Testosterone
Q: What does Gary eat and what does his diet look like?
He follows a whole-food diet with emphasis on eggs, grass-fed meats, vegetables, and healthy fats, avoiding dogmatic diets while noting the role of processed foods in longevity.
299. Q&A: Folic Acid, MTHFR, Vitamin D3 & Testosterone
Q: Is Gary even a real doctor, or is he legitimate in his credentials?
He explains that he is not a licensed physician but has extensive education in biology and 22 years of mortality analytics from life insurance, translating that experience into practical health guidance.
301. 300th Episode: How to Strengthen Your Immune System with Wim Hof, Barbara O'Neill, Kelly Slater & More!
Q: Where do entrepreneurs typically go wrong in building the foundation of their business?
The guest emphasizes the importance of relationships and staying grounded; success can inflate ego if not balanced by teamwork and support, which keeps the business focused and sustainable.

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This program centers on health optimization, longevity, and integrative wellness, often featuring doctors, scientists, athletes, and entrepreneurs who share practical, physiology-focused approaches to improve health, energy, and resilience. Episodes commonly explore topics like detox, gut and liver health, environmental toxins, movement as medicine, skincare from within, and the role of nutrition, sleep, and stress management in longevity. The show tends to balance practical protocols with high-level discussions of biology and real-world case stories, sometimes touching on policy or societal angles when guests are public-facing figures. A standout is the host's emphasis on root-cause strategies, solvable lifestyle steps, and community suppo... more

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2. David Grutman
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