Let me share a secret with you: you don’t have to merely accept aging; you can fight it. It’s possible to slow down and even reverse the process. I’ve got your back with a curated list of the absolute best anti-aging books that you can get your hands on right now. I’m not just blowing smoke – these books are genuine life-changers. They’re not just about flipping pages; they’re about rewriting the script of your life.
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The Circadian Code – Satchin Panda, PhD
Anyone serious about health and longevity must respect the body’s natural rhythm; this is non-negotiable, and this book rightfully claims the 1st place.
- Most cells and organs in your body operate in approximately 24-hour cycles
- As the day and night cycle repeated for millions of years, nature adapted itself to those changes
- It is the book that initially set me on the right path
- The combination of circadian rhythm optimization and intermittent fasting is so powerful (there is a reason EVERY longevity athlete respects this and builds a whole protocol around this basic principle)
- ISBN-13: 978-0593135907
Why We Sleep – Matthew Walker, PhD
As your body repairs itself on multiple levels during sleep, this book is another essential read for any longevity enthusiast.
- You will learn about the rejuvenating processes that happen when we sleep (at night – refer back to the first book if you have any doubts)
- Not only does this book explain the mechanisms of brain and body revival, but it also provides actionable tips for improving your sleep
- ISBN-13: 978-1501144318
Outlive – Peter Attia, MD
Now that you know the basics (when and how to sleep), it’s time to be mindful of things that are likely to kill you
- Cardiovascular disease
- Neurodegenerative disease
- Cancer
- Metabolic syndrome (Diabetes)
- This book will teach you how to maximize your chances of avoiding the most common causes of death
- Yes, it involves a significant focus on exercise and improving your nutrition
- ISBN-13: 978-0593236598
Lifespan – David A. Sinclair, PhD
Are you interested in the mechanisms and hallmarks of aging? This book explains all of that, along with the current state and directions of anti-aging research. Yes, it may be a bit outdated (anti-aging research moves fast), but until David publishes the sequel, it’s arguably the best book of its kind available at the moment.
- What is epigenetic?
- Why MNM?
- How Rapamycin works?
- All of that uniquely explained with beautiful illustrations
- ISBN-13: 978-1501191978
Keep Sharp – Sanjay Gupta MD
This book connects a lot of dots together. Not only will you learn about how to optimize your brain health, but the biggest takeaway here is that what is good for the brain is also great for the body.
- What Diet is best for brain health
- What really triggers Alzheimer’s disease
- How brain cleans itself
- What are best practices for healthy brain and body
- Circadian rhythm and sleep revisited from new angles
- This and much more in very comprehensive format
- ISBN-13: 978-1501166730
How To Read Books (Secret 6th book tip)
What do you mean by “how to read books”? I know how to read, right? Well, let me explain. I used to think the same way, but here’s the catch: our memory isn’t like a hard drive. In reality, most people tend to forget a significant portion of new information rather quickly. It’s actually a good thing – it helps our memory stay uncluttered with data we don’t actively use.
Take a look at the curve in the next picture; that’s how fast we forget things. It’s like throwing the money you spent on a book straight into the gutter!
Fortunately, there’s a way to tackle this – it’s called repetition and note-taking. Simply write down what captures your interest, and later, you can quickly refresh your memory by reading through your notes. I started doing this after reading “The 4 Hour Workweek” by Tim Ferris, and I highly recommend that book.
It not only teaches you how to read quickly but all the tips from the book are more relevant than ever. With the rise of AI, you can implement everything from that book, just way faster, better, and often at zero cost.
Anti-aging books, but without spending any money?
I can help you with that too. There’s a lot of high-quality, free information available on the internet. While it might not be in the form of a dedicated anti-aging book per se, there’s definitely quality information out there.
Here is list curated by myself:
- Blueprint Protocol by Bryan Johnson
- Resources of Dr. Andrew Huberman
- Siim Land X (Twitter)
- Protocol of Peter Diamandis
- My Protocol
- Longevity Vault of Kat Fu
- Mike Lustgarten X
- Don’t Die (Futuristic novel by Bryan Johnson)
Affiliate Disclaimer: None of the links are affiliate, but might be in the future
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