biohacking supplement
/ˈbaɪoʊˌhækɪŋ ˈsʌplɪmənt/
CommonAny supplement taken as part of a deliberate system to optimize biology, performance, or longevity.
The word 'biohacking' carries baggage from both serious researchers and wellness influencers selling overpriced products. Context matters for whether the term is used sincerely or sarcastically.
Real-world examples3 examples
| # | Example | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | nmn, taurine, and lion's mane are the core of my biohacking supplement stack right now. | The speaker takes three specific compounds as part of a systematic optimization routine. | reddit, 2024 |
| 02 | the biohacking supplement industry is just the wellness industry with a spreadsheet and a podcast | Biohacking supplements are sold with more data-framing but are essentially the same market. | x, 2023 |
| 03 | spent $300 on biohacking supplements this month. my girlfriend thinks i've lost it. | The speaker is spending heavily on optimization products to the concern of their partner. | reddit, 2024 |
Use it when
- Describing supplements chosen as part of a broader optimization system.
- Talking about the category of products sold in biohacking culture.
- Distinguishing between casual supplement use and systematic optimization.
Do not use it when
- You mean a basic vitamin or common supplement without any optimization intent.
- You mean a specific cognitive-only product.Use “nootropic” instead.
Biohacking supplement vs nootropic
biohacking supplement
Biohacking supplement is a broader term covering any optimization compound, from longevity to sleep to gut health.
VS
nootropic
Nootropic specifically targets cognitive function.
Origin and context
The biohacking movement grew from DIY biology and quantified self communities in the late 2000s. As influencers like Dave Asprey popularized it in the 2010s, a dedicated supplement market formed around the identity.
- First seen
- late-2000s
- Confidence
- medium
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