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WHAT ’ S YOUR “ DON ’ T DIE SCORE ”?
Bryan Johnson ’ s Radical Plan to Quantify and Hack Longevity
The Blueprint Protocol : Turning Your Body into a Data-Driven Masterpiece “ Blueprint is about using everything science and technology offerings to optimize health and , yes , even reverse aspects of aging ,” Johnson explains . His protocol stacks high-tech diagnostics , ultra-precise nutrition , tailored exercise , smart supplements , and targeted recovery into one holistic system .
1 . Full-Body MRI : Early Warnings , Big Wins Johnson calls the full-body MRI the “ gold standard ” for health assessments . After spending 100 + hours in MRI machines , he teamed up with Ezra to develop an AI-assisted scanning protocol that can spot tumors , plaque , joint damage , or early brain changes — for under $ 10,000 .
By highlighting anomalies early , individuals can seek targeted interventions — dietary changes , medications , therapy , or surgery — years before severe illness sets in . “ We ’ re moving the needle on making preventive diagnostics widely available ,” says Johnson , “ an essential step toward longevity for the masses .”
“ If I asked you , ‘ What ’ s your Don ’ t Die Score ?’ could you answer me ? What if we could compress all your daily choices into a single number that predicts your life expectancy ?” Entrepreneur and longevity researcher Bryan Johnson wants to upend how we think about aging . Rather than accept inevitable decline , he envisions a world where data-driven strategies , cutting-edge tests , and precise interventions can slow — or even reverse — aging .
His secret weapon ? The “ Blueprint Protocol ” and the Don ’ t Die Score . By translating complex science into a single metric , Johnson hopes everyone can track , understand , and optimize their health . The idea is both simple and revolutionary : make longevity into a game you can win through smarter daily choices .
“ Longevity isn ’ t just about adding years ,” he says . “ It ’ s about ensuring those years are vibrant and purposeful . By making health data understandable , we can inspire everyone to take control of their well-being .”
2 . Epigenetic Testing : Mapping Your True Age Forget what your birth certificate says . Johnson uses epigenetic tests to estimate his biological age based on DNA methylation patterns . According to Johnson , these tests suggest he has slowed his pace of aging , so that each passing year adds only about 0.76 years biologically ( aging ~ 9 months every calendar year . This suggests his diet , supplements , and workouts are nudging his cells toward a younger state .
3 . Precision Supplementation and Diet : From 100 Pills a Day to a 1,977-Calorie Masterpiece Originally downing 100 + supplements daily , Johnson has today , through continuous biomarker feedback trimmed that down to about 50-60 pills . Each is rigorously tested and chosen for proven cellular benefits .
Alongside these supplements , he adheres to a meticulously measured , plant-based diet totalling around 1,977 calories per day . His meals , all consumed before noon , emphasize nutrientdense vegetables , low-toxin foods , and precise macronutrient ratios :
• Morning Meal (~ 6-7 a . m .):
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