Elizabeth Blackburn
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Are you Elizabeth Blackburn? Claim this pageMolecular biologist and Nobel laureate (2009, for the discovery of telomerase), professor emerita at UCSF, former president of the Salk Institute, and co-author with Elissa Epel of The Telomere Effect. Her work on telomeres is foundational to the biology of aging.
She discovered how telomeres — the protective caps on chromosomes — are maintained by the enzyme telomerase, and, with health psychologist Elissa Epel, showed that telomere length is shaped by chronic stress, sleep, exercise, and diet, linking psychology to cellular aging. Telomere length became one of the first molecular markers of biological age.
Aging reaches down to the chromosome — how we live (stress, sleep, movement, diet) is written into telomere maintenance, connecting mind, behavior, and cellular longevity.
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50 mg apigenin capsules, the Huberman-approved sleep dose in a two-month supply
A chamomile-derived bioflavonoid in 50 mg capsules—the exact dose Andrew Huberman popularized for sleep support. Take one before bed with dietary fat, or one in the morning with breakfast for daytime stress support. Each bottle contains 120 capsules for a two-month supply. Third-party tested for identity, potency, and heavy metals (lead, cadmium, arsenic, mercury). Soy-free, gluten-free, vegan.
Free thermal stress protocols from Huberman Lab's newsletter
Sign up for Huberman Lab's Neural Network newsletter to access science-backed protocols on heat and cold exposure, including the "Cold Exposure Guide" and other toolkits on sleep, fitness, and goal-setting. No equipment or gym membership required—just email-based protocols you can implement at home. The monthly newsletter draws from neuroscience research and Huberman's daily routine.
Mateína's 12-pack yerba mate hits different than coffee—120mg caffeine, zero crash
Four cans each of Lemon Original, Mint Limeade, and Raspberry Yuzu. Air-dried organic yerba mate with 120mg caffeine per 355ml can, zero sugar, 20 calories. The blend of caffeine and theobromine (also in cacao) delivers a smoother, sustained lift without the jitters or hard crash of coffee—best sipped between 1pm and 4pm to avoid disrupting sleep.
Abbott's over-the-counter glucose monitor that actually shows you food impacts
Lingo is a wearable CGM (continuous glucose monitor) you stick on your upper arm for real-time glucose tracking without a prescription. The app streams minute-by-minute data and shows how specific foods, exercise, and stress affect your glucose levels—useful if you're curious about metabolic response or managing prediabetes risk. 30-day money-back guarantee on first purchase.
Pod 5 mattress cover cools to 55°F, heats to 110°F, tracks sleep stages and HRV
A 1-inch-thick hydro-powered cover that sits on any mattress and delivers independent temperature control for each side (55°F to 110°F). The system tracks heart rate, HRV, sleep phases, and snoring via clinical-grade sensors, then Autopilot automatically adjusts temperature through the night based on your sleep stage. Includes vibration alarms and a 30-night trial.
WHOOP 5.0 membership tracks HRV-driven recovery, strain, and sleep—built for athletes who obsess over data
A wearable subscription that monitors heart rate variability (HRV), sleep quality, and training strain with a 14+ day battery. The Three tiers start at $199/yr for basic recovery tracking, up to $359/yr for medical-grade features like ECG and on-demand AFib detection. Includes lifetime warranty and 24/7 support. Women's hormonal insights and VO2 max zones are standard across all plans.
PQQ caps promise mitochondrial biogenesis—mechanism is real, human data still sparse
Life Extension's PQQ delivers 20 mg of pyrroloquinoline quinone per vegetarian capsule (30-cap bottle). The pitch: PQQ stimulates mitochondrial biogenesis and protects against oxidative stress, supporting cellular energy as you age. The mechanism is mechanistically sound in cell and animal studies, but human RCT data remains thin. One capsule daily; gluten-free and non-GMO.
Manta Sleep Mask hits differently for side sleepers—magnetic cups, zero lash pressure
A 100% blackout sleep mask with infinitely adjustable fit and soft, breathable materials. The magnetic eye cups apply zero pressure to your eyelids or lashes, which matters if you sleep on your side. Available in four colors (Classic, Sunrise Pink, Carbon Black, Forest Green). Rated 4.7/5 from 5,068 reviews. Includes 60-day money-back guarantee.
Hatch Restore 3: the bedside clock that actually wakes you up gently
A compact smart alarm clock with a genuine sunrise simulation—the light gradually brightens over your chosen wake window instead of jolting you awake. Includes speaker for sleep sounds and white noise, app control optional, 30 nights free Hatch+ subscription to test it out. The light quality and sound variety are what people actually rave about.
Hostage Tape forces nose breathing at night—works if mouth taping doesn't freak you out
30-day supply of adhesive strips designed to keep your mouth closed during sleep and encourage nasal breathing. Beard-friendly, hypoallergenic, peels off clean. The premise is blunt: mouth breathing tanks sleep quality, and this forces the alternative. Comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee and ships in 3-5 days.
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