Baran Dilaver: Why Your Biological Age Test Might Be Lying To You | DSH #1774

People want a magic pill for health… but the real “pill” is still the basics: exercise, nutrition, and mindset. In this episode, Baran Dilaver from Wonderfield joins the show to unpack what longevity actually looks like in real life — from why “biological age” tests can disagree, to what NAD is (and why you can’t just “take NAD” directly), to how NMN / NR work as precursors in the body. We also get into the mindset-performance loop (and why some doctors won’t even take patients unless they can control nutrition + mindset), the supplement hype cycle, creatine as a “101” staple, and what radical breakthroughs (like lab-grown organs from your own DNA) could mean for the future of aging. If you’re trying to get healthier, sharper, and more consistent — this one is for you. What You’ll Learn 💊 Why supplements can’t outwork a bad lifestyle 🧠 How mindset affects behavior (and outcomes) 🧬 Why biological age tests disagree (and how to interpret them) 🌊 What NAD does in the body (simple “river” analogy) 🧪 Why you can’t just “take NAD” — and what precursors do 🧯 The risks/unknowns around NAD injections vs precursors 🥩 Why extreme diets can be misleading (moderation vs camps) 🧠 Why creatine helps more than muscles (cognition + performance) 🧫 The radical future: lab-grown organs + self-compatibility 🍫 What Wonderfield is building next (new form factors + testing) Chapters (Timestamps) 00:00 – The “magic pill” is exercise (and why pills won’t save bad habits) 01:01 – Meet Baron (Wonderfield) + longevity conversation setup 02:02 – Why biological age tests give different answers 02:25 – Burning Man: self-discovery, not just a party 03:06 – Google CEO story + networking happens organically 05:14 – The real “work”: building art + learning your limits 07:00 – Dust storms + survival moments in the desert 08:13 – What NAD is (simple analogy) + why it matters 10:12 – Why NAD declines with age + what Wonderfield is doing 12:07 – NAD/NMN hype + why lifestyle still matters 16:13 – Unexpected feedback: hair, eyelashes, gut microbiome 19:10 – Diet extremes, protein debate, moderation 21:24 – Mindset + nutrition: “I won’t take the patient” 23:14 – NMN/NR explained + why NAD injections are tricky 27:40 – Creatine benefits + why it’s a staple 28:41 – Will humans live to 150? Radical breakthroughs explained 34:00 – What’s next: supplement chocolate + heavy metals testing 36:29 – Pharma vs nutraceuticals + accessibility goals 38:37 – Where to buy + where to find Baron 🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT 👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application 📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: sean@digitalsocialhour.com 👤 GUEST: Baran Dilaver - https://www.instagram.com/barandilaver/ 💼 SPONSORS The Light Systems: https://www.thelightsystems.com/ Discount Code: SEAN 🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEAN Use code “Sean” at checkout for a discount! 🎧 LISTEN ON 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly ⚠️ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team. While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program. 🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world! Digital Social Hour works with participants in sponsored media and stays compliant with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations regarding sponsored media. #ad. Keywords wonderfield, baron wonderfield, longevity podcast, reverse aging, biological age test, nad explained, what is nad, nmn supplement, nr supplement, nad precursor, cd38, resveratrol, ergothioneine, gut microbiome, Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.