How Sauna Detoxified My Body | Bryan Johnson Podcast #09

At last, we tested sauna for longevity. I’m dropping my sauna protocol and explaining why they are definitely worth the hype. Plus, hear about my first time ever stepping into one, and why it was one of the most difficult — but rewarding — protocols I’ve ever done. Connect:  X: https://x.com/bryan_johnson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BryanJohnson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/bryanjohnson   TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@_bryan_johnson_ Chapters 00:00 – First Impressions of Sauna 01:30 – Assessing the Sweat Response in Kate and Bryan 03:00 – Why Sauna? The Science Behind the Heat 05:20 – How Sauna Mimics Exercise 08:30 – Early Biomarker Changes with Sauna 12:00 – Protocol Design & Measurement Strategy 15:30 – Bryan’s Difficulties Starting the Sauna Protocol  18:00 – Why Bryan Ices His Testicles in the Sauna 21:00 – Electrolyte Loss & Cramping 24:30 – Dry vs. Wet Sauna 27:00 – Practical Home Sauna Protocol 30:00 – Groups Who Shouldn’t Use Sauna 33:00 – Unexpected Effects of Sauna and Areas to Explore 38:00 – Skin Exposure & Sauna Material Safety 42:30 – Sauna Hygiene & Post-Sweat Protocol 45:00 – Measuring Sweat Toxins 47:30 – Kate and Bryan’s Personal Sauna Habits 49:00 – Sun Damage and Skin Aging with Teens 54:00 – Protocol as Part of a Broader Mission