From expedition doctor dreams to pioneering gene therapies in Silicon Valley, one physician’s radical approach is rewriting the rules of human optimization. In this interview with Dr. Matt Cook, a former anesthesiologist turned functional medicine pioneer, we uncover the revolutionary treatment pyramid that’s transforming how we approach longevity, from daily biohacking routines to stem cells and gene therapies. Could his three-tier approach be the key to extending not just lifespan, but health span? Watch to find out why some of the world’s top health experts are calling this the future of medicine! Connect with Dr. Matt Cook: Website: https://bit.ly/4g5zbW4 Instagram: https://bit.ly/3D4hDer Facebook: https://bit.ly/3BxtAIV 00:00 Intro of Show 02:33 Dr. Matt Cook’s Journey from Anesthesiology to Functional Medicine 09:22 How to Be in Your Most Optimal State 15:09 Peptides as Treatment for the Immune System 21:10 Peptides on People with ADD/ADHD 24:19 Types of Peptides and Their Functions 26:30 Peptides for Cognitive Function 30:53 Stem Cells and Exosomes Benefits 37:06 Are Gene Therapies Safe and Beneficial? 43:50 Connect with Dr. Matt Cook 45:21 Final Question: What does it mean to you to be an “Ultimate Human?” GET GARY’S WEEKLY TIPS ON HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE OPTIMIZATION: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU EIGHT SLEEP - SAVE $350 ON THE POD 4 ULTRA WITH CODE “GARY”: https://bit.ly/3WkLd6E ECHO GO PLUS HYDROGEN WATER BOTTLE: https://bit.ly/3xG0Pb8 BODY HEALTH - USE CODE “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF YOUR ORDER: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV BAJA GOLD - 91 ESSENTIAL MINERALS PER PINCH! 10% OFF USE CODE "ULTIMATE10": https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa ELEVATE YOUR WORKOUTS WITH THE ULTIMATE HUMAN STRENGTH TRAINING EQUIPMENT: https://bit.ly/3zYwtSl THE COLD LIFE - BOOST RECOVERY & WELL-BEING WITH THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp MASA CHIPS - GET 20% OFF YOUR FIRST $50+ ORDER: https://bit.ly/40LVY4y PARKER PASTURES - GET PREMIUM GRASS-FED MEATS TODAY: https://bit.ly/4hHcbhc SHOP GARY’S TOP-RATED PRODUCTS & EXCLUSIVE DEALS: https://theultimatehuman.com/amazon-recs Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Connect with Gary Brecka: Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H X.com: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 SUBSCRIBE TO: https://www.youtube.com/@ultimatehumanpodcast https://www.youtube.com/@garybrecka Download the “Ultimate Human Podcast” on all your favorite podcast platforms: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The Content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices