25 Best Biohacking Books
We analyzed 5+ expert sources, curated book lists, and recommendations from successful people to find the 25 best biohacking books according to the internet — not just one person's opinion. Each book on this list was mentioned by at least two independent sources, and the ranking is based on how frequently each title appears across all sources studied. This consensus-based approach ensures you get recommendations backed by multiple experts, not a single reviewer's bias.
Goal: Find the best Biohacking books according to the internet (not just one person's opinion).
Method:
- Search for "best biohacking books" and study the top 5+ pages.
- Add only the books mentioned 2+ times.
- Rank the results neatly here.
25 Best Biohacking Books
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Boundless
Upgrade Your Brain, Optimize Your Body & Defy Aging
Lifespan
Why We Age—and Why We Don't Have To
Also recommended by
6 people
Vinod Khosla recommended this bookVinod Khosla
"Reveals incredible scientific breakthroughs about aging and ways we can slow down, or even reverse, the process." - Vinod Khosla
Vinod Khosla's recommendation of this book 
Peter Diamandis recommended this bookPeter Diamandis
"Gives a host of compelling evidence to show there is no reason people born today cannot live to at least 120 in healthy condition, if not 150 and beyond." - Peter Diamandis
Peter Diamandis's recommendation of this book 
Jason Fried recommended this bookJason Fried
"Highly recommend [this book]." - Jason Fried
Jason Fried's recommendation of this book 
David Friedberg recommended this bookDavid Friedberg
"Highlights a lot of [the author's] research and findings." - David Friedberg
David Friedberg's recommendation of this book 
Blake Scholl recommended this bookBlake Scholl
"Read [this book] or check out his podcast with the same name." - Blake Scholl
Blake Scholl's recommendation of this book 
Ryan Shea recommended this bookRyan Shea
Ryan Shea recommended this book on his website.
Ryan Shea's recommendation of this book
Breath
The New Science of a Lost Art
Also recommended by
3 people
Caroline Paul recommended this bookCaroline Paul
"Pick up this fascinating book [...] you’ll feel better immediately." - Caroline Paul
Caroline Paul's recommendation of this book 
Joe Rogan recommended this bookJoe Rogan
"Since using the techniques I learned in [this book] I’ve changed the nature of my daily sauna sessions from uncomfortable mind tempering to a slow, rhythmic meditation session." - Joe Rogan
Joe Rogan's recommendation of this book 
Keith Rabois recommended this bookKeith Rabois
"Fascinating." - Keith Rabois
Keith Rabois's recommendation of this book
The Oxygen Advantage
Simple, Scientifically Proven Breathing Techniques to Help You Become Healthier, Slimmer, Faster, and Fitter
Also recommended by
2 people
Laird Hamilton recommended this bookLaird Hamilton
"[The author] realized that our issues stem from mouth breathing." - Laird Hamilton
Laird Hamilton's recommendation of this book 
David Allen recommended this bookDavid Allen
"I had no idea how critical it is to do nasal breathing instead of mouth breathing. It is amazing stuff." - David Allen
David Allen's recommendation of this book
The Complete Guide to Fasting
Heal Your Body Through Intermittent, Alternate-Day, and Extended Fasting
Also recommended by
1 person
Nassim Taleb recommended this bookNassim Taleb
"An excellent book!" - Nassim Taleb
Nassim Taleb's recommendation of this book
Biohacker's Handbook
Upgrade Yourself and Unleash Your Inner Potential
Super Human
The Bulletproof Plan to Age Backward and Maybe Even Live Forever
The Biohacker's Guide to Upgraded Energy and Focus
Why We Sleep
Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams
Also recommended by
7 people
Bill Gates recommended this bookBill Gates
"Explains how neglecting sleep undercuts your creativity, problem solving, decision-making, learning, memory, heart health, brain health, mental health, emotional well-being, immune system, and even your life span." - Bill Gates
Bill Gates's recommendation of this book 
Bryan Johnson recommended this bookBryan Johnson
"Not only did I become convinced that getting high-quality sleep is the best protector and enhancer of health and cognition, but it is also the most underappreciated." - Bryan Johnson
Bryan Johnson's recommendation of this book - Keith Rabois recommended this book
Keith Rabois
Keith Rabois mentioned this book on Twitter.
Keith Rabois's recommendation of this book 
Alexis Ohanian recommended this bookAlexis Ohanian
"One of the best and most important books I've read [in 2019]." - Alexis Ohanian
Alexis Ohanian's recommendation of this book - Vinod Khosla recommended this book
Vinod Khosla
"Best book on the subject [of sleep]." - Vinod Khosla
Vinod Khosla's recommendation of this book 
Michael Mauboussin recommended this bookMichael Mauboussin
"[One of] my favorite science books in 2018." - Michael Mauboussin
Michael Mauboussin's recommendation of this book +1
More recommendations
- Jason Fried
"Highly recommended." - Jason Fried
- Jason Fried
The 4-Hour Body
An Uncommon Guide to Rapid Fat-Loss, Incredible Sex, and Becoming Superhuman
Also recommended by
6 people
Hugh Jackman recommended this bookHugh Jackman
"Another thing I learned from [this book] when I was getting ready for Wolverine, the cold bath. So I have a cold shower every morning." - Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman's recommendation of this book 
Jon Favreau recommended this bookJon Favreau
"I’ve given [this book] to people." - Jon Favreau
Jon Favreau's recommendation of this book 
Mr. Money Mustache recommended this bookMr. Money Mustache
"Has allowed me to gain or maintain muscle with only two short workouts per week." - MMM
Mr. Money Mustache's recommendation of this book 
Caterina Fake recommended this bookCaterina Fake
Caterina Fake mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
Caterina Fake's recommendation of this book 
Mark Hart recommended this bookMark Hart
"Absolutely blew me away." - Mark Hart
Mark Hart's recommendation of this book 
Mike Novogratz recommended this bookMike Novogratz
"The testosterone chapter, and the orgasm chapter are required reading." - Mike Novogratz
Mike Novogratz's recommendation of this book
Body by Science
A Research Based Program to Get the Results You Want in 12 Minutes a Week
Also recommended by
1 person- Nassim Taleb recommended this book
Nassim Taleb
"I owe a lot to this book." - Nassim Taleb
Nassim Taleb's recommendation of this book
Life on the Edge
The Coming of Age of Quantum Biology
Also recommended by
1 person- Vinod Khosla recommended this book
Vinod Khosla
"Each chapter illustrates one of life’s puzzles and makes you think differently about the world." - Vinod Khosla
Vinod Khosla's recommendation of this book
Activate Your Vagus Nerve
Unleash Your Body's Natural Ability to Heal
Becoming a Supple Leopard
The Ultimate Guide to Resolving Pain, Preventing Injury, and Optimizing Athletic Performance
EMF*D
5G, Wi-Fi & Cell Phones
Epi-paleo Rx
The Prescription for Disease Reversal and Optimal Health
Head Strong
The Bulletproof Plan to Activate Untapped Brain Energy to Work Smarter and Think Faster-in Just Two Weeks
Intro to Biohacking
How To Be Smarter, Stronger, and Happier
Just Breathe
Mastering Breathwork
Keto Diet
Your 30-Day Plan to Lose Weight, Balance Hormones, Boost Brain Health, and Reverse Disease
Metabolic Autophagy
Practice Intermittent Fasting and Resistance Training to Build Muscle and Promote Longevity
The Biohacking Manifesto
The Scientific Blueprint For A Long, Healthy And Happy Life Using Cutting Edge Anti-Aging And Neuroscience Based Hacks
The Bulletproof Diet
Lose Up to a Pound a Day, Reclaim Energy and Focus, Upgrade Your Life
The Fourth Phase of Water
Beyond Solid, Liquid, and Vapor
The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs
How to Fix Our Stupid Use of Technology
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Best Biohacking Books
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The Best Biohacking Books 2022 - Human Optimisation Reading To Hack Your Health And Wellness — Recovery Guru
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31 Best Biohacking Books [2022]: Latest Cutting-Edge Science & Timeless Wisdom
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Best Biohacking Books: Get Healthier and Have More Energy – SPY
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