Bryan Johnson, the American entrepreneur known for his focus on age-reversal, recently visited India to promote his book on health and wellness. During his visit, he praised Indian cuisine in a post, calling the shift of “power” from fast food and football to health, science, and Indian food. His comments sparked a mix of reactions, with some expressing confusion about the health benefits of Indian food, often seen as carb-heavy.
“Isn’t Indian food traditionally so carb-heavy/protein-light?” questioned Steven Sinofsky, while another user pointed out the health concerns associated with Indian food, mentioning the high rates of diabetes in the country. Some users also criticized Indian dishes like “floating oil chicken tikkas,” questioning their healthiness compared to fast food.
Despite this, Johnson, 45, has built a reputation for his rigorous approach to health. He claims to have reduced his aging rate to 0.64 years per year, following a strict regimen that includes waking up at 4:30 am, a plant-based diet, over 100 daily supplements, and targeted exercises. Johnson also spends millions on health monitoring and rejuvenation procedures, such as plasma transfusions from his son.
Ironically, Johnson had faced backlash during his trip when he revealed that he had brought his own food supply for his India visit. He explained this as a precautionary measure, citing concerns about the global food supply, not just Indian cuisine. For his stay in Mumbai and Bengaluru, Johnson packed health mixes, nut bars, lentils, pea soup, and matcha, all aligned with his Blueprint diet.
During his trip, Johnson also raised concerns about air pollution in Mumbai, noting the immediate effects it had on him despite using air purifiers and wearing a mask.
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