Age is just a number, or almost people who enter half the middle age like to say. It is also inevitable. It doesn’t matter where he is on the trip of life, he is growing, getting old, hunting towards expiration. It is natural to use technology more easily available to obtain answers about the inevitable. And no, I’m not talking about those ridiculous light masks. Instead, I ask AI to reflect on my deterioration.
I am not the only one. Billionaire Bryan Johnson is turning his search to force death into a religion and one that has a deep connection with AI.
In a recent interview with Mit Technology Review, Johnson described his plans for a new “Don’s die” religion and how AI could take into account our longevity. He wants to train models in things such as conflict resolution, which I suppose could help us avoid the wars they lead, tragically, much more death.
But for Johnson, who has invested deeply in extending his own life, AI will not only change the way we treat ourselves, but can also affect the way we see religion. The ubiquity of AI (and growing influence and power) can lead people to think about their bodies as “God.”
Intoxicating things, I know. However, more practically, Johnson said he is feeding his body data in an algorithm. “I have been testing the hypothesis that if I get a lot of data on my body, and I give them to an algorithm and food that algorithm updates with scientific evidence, then I would eventually do a better job than a doctor. So I gave myself an algorithm,” he told MIT.
Like Johnston, I am deeply invested in my longevity, but without the millions to spend on it. However, I have access to an innumerable Ais that are all, I suppose, ready and willing to guide my physical trip.
Although I have not fed all my physical data in these AI systems, I assumed that each of them could offer some useful tips and perhaps help me go back to the hands of time, even if it is only a bit.
A matter of age
I present the same question for chatgpt, co -ilot, Gemini and Claude AI: “What is the best way to combat aging?”
Chatgpt jumped directly to a widely used advice, telling me:
“Stay active, eat a balanced diet and maintain a positive mentality can really help. Regular exercise and maintenance of strong social connections are also important. And do not forget to keep your brain committed to new challenges and learning opportunities. Is there any specific area in which you want to concentrate?”
All this is a good and not surprising advice, and since he asked, I continued with: “How do I look younger?”
As expected, Chatgpt talked about hydration, sunscreen, eating fruits and vegetables, sleeping and exercising. One thing I didn’t know is that vitamin C can help.
Ai is my co -pilot
I changed to the Microsoft platform (which, as chatgpt, is based on Operai models).
It seems to understand my anxiety, the co -pilot began talking about me from the proverbial shelf:
“Aging is a natural part of life, but focusing on some key areas can help you get old.
I like the “aging with grace”. Copilot knows that we are not talking about trying to live forever, as I think Johnston can be trying to do, but in decomposition with grace (and perhaps courage). His advice was a bit more general than that of Chatgpt, but also mentioned my diet and physical activity.
Claude textbook approach
Unlike Chatgpt and Copilot, Claude AI of Anthrope cannot respond in the voice, so his answer was much less conversational and offered a more approach to textbooks for anti -aging:
“There are many evidence -based approaches to combat aging and promote longevity. This is what science currently suggests:
1. Dietary strategies: caloric restriction, intermittent fasting and Mediterranean or board diets have shown longevity benefits
2. Regular exercise: aerobic and resistance training helps maintain muscle mass, cardiovascular health and cognitive function
3. Sleep optimization: 7-8 hours of quality sleep admits cell reparation and immune function
4. Stress management: Chronic stress accelerates aging through the inflammation and shortening of telomeres
5. Social connection: strong relationships are constantly linked to a longer life
6. Cognitive commitment: learning new mental skills and challenges supports brain health
7. Supplements: Some are promising but with variable evidence (NAD+ Precursors, Resveratrol)
8. Lifestyle options: avoid smoking, limit alcohol and minimize exposure to UV rays protecting premature aging
To be honest, this was some of the best tips. I appreciate the detail around lifestyle options, perhaps because they align with some of mine.
Doctor Gemini
Of all the chatbots of ia I talked to, only Gemini added a large warning and, I think, important at the beginning and end of their generative advice:
“This is only for informative purposes. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.
While aging is a natural process, there are ways to promote healthy aging. A balanced diet, regular exercise and stress management techniques can help. Prioritizing quality dream and staying socially connected can also make a big difference. And, of course, do not forget the importance of regular checks with your doctor.
Only a reminder that I do not provide advice or medical diagnoses. You should always talk to a medical professional. “
Of course, the lawyers probably made Google add that, but it is a good reminder that although Ais such as Copilot, Chatgpt, Claude, Gemini and others always seek to help, their advice should always be taken with a salt grain.
Consult your doctor
It is not only that Ais can still hallucinate, but what they know about our bodies and health remains a compendium of facts and information based on the opinion extracted from innumerable sources and training. The models and algorithms combine it to give the best possible advice. As you can see, most of it is accurate, but, for now, at least, these AIS do not know it and may not know, for example, that it has an allergy to vitamin C or that physical activity is difficult for you due to a disability.
Ultimately, you must take your advice as suggestions and then, as Gemini says, consult a professional.
A time can come when, as Bryan Johnson predicts, we are pouring all our data into these systems and know more about us than a doctor and have more information at their disposal than any health professional. But we are not there yet. So, although Johnston trusts AI to help him make anti -aging decisions, he must still talk to his doctor first.
Also, I think I need to start using moisturizers.
