Why is your Oral Health KILLING you, and what can you do about it?! Naveen Jain

The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey

What are the oral hygiene tips that could save your life?  

Dave Asprey sits down with one of the most popular guests on the show, Naveen Jain, founder and CEO of Viome Life Sciences, to explore how your oral microbiome influences not just your dental health but your entire body. Naveen reveals groundbreaking insights into how imbalances in oral bacteria can trigger chronic inflammation, heart disease, and even cancer—and how understanding your unique microbiome can help prevent these risks. 

Discover why oral health goes far beyond brushing and flossing, how to optimize your oral microbiome for longevity, and why common mouthwashes may be doing more harm than good. Naveen also introduces cutting-edge solutions from Viome, including personalized oral lozenges and postbiotics, to elevate both your oral and overall health. 

In this episode, you’ll also uncover the exact foods to eat and avoid to live a longer, healthier, and more vibrant life. 

What you’ll learn in this episode: 

• The surprising link between your oral microbiome and chronic disease 

• Why bacterial diversity in your mouth is essential for overall health 

• How leaky gums drive systemic inflammation and increase health risks 

• The dangers of over-sterilizing your mouth and eliminating beneficial bacteria 

• Personalized solutions to improve oral and gut health with Viome 

• Actionable tips to optimize your oral microbiome for better longevity 

Resources:  

2025 Biohacking Conference – https://biohackingconference.com/2025 

Viome Full Body Intelligence Test (Save $110) – https://www.viome.com/dave 

Viome Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/viome 

Learn More About Viome – https://viome.com 

Danger Coffee – https://dangercoffee.com 

Danger Coffee Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dangercoffeeofficial/ 

Dave Asprey’s Website – https://daveasprey.com 

Dave Asprey’s Book: Smarter Not Harder – https://daveasprey.com/books 

Dave Asprey’s Linktree – https://linktr.ee/daveasprey 

Upgrade Collective: Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live – https://www.ourupgradecollective.com 

Own an Upgrade Labs – https://ownanupgradelabs.com 

Upgrade Labs – https://upgradelabs.com 

40 Years of Zen – Neurofeedback training for advanced cognitive enhancement – https://40yearsofzen.com 

Sponsors: 

-Leela Quantum | Head to https://leelaq.com/DAVE for 10% off. 

-ARMRA | Go to https://tryarmra.com/ and use the code DAVE to get 15% off your first order. 

Timestamps: 

00:00 Introduction to Viome and Its Impact on Health 

00:53 Meet Naveen Jain: Visionary Behind Viome 

02:41 Understanding the Microbiome and Its Role in Health 

05:54 The Power of RNA Analysis in Personalized Health 

12:19 Diet, Microbiome, and Personalized Nutrition 

29:50 The Importance of Oral and Gut Health 

39:20 Debating the Benefits of Intermittent Fasting 

40:08 The Role of Gut Bacteria in Fasting and Diet 

42:12 Understanding Chronic Inflammation and Diet 

44:13 The Keto Diet Myths and Realities 

45:44 Oxalates and Superfoods What You Need to Know 

49:25 The Concept of Holobiont and Human Health 

56:21 The Five Pillars of Longevity 

01:02:04 The Importance of Quality Sleep 

01:05:18 Purpose and Community for a Longer Life 

01:09:48 Upcoming Topics and Final Thoughts 

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