How to Stop Brain Fog After Anesthesia | Biohacker Tips
Dave Asprey
27 nov 2025
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Utilize Dexmedetomidine and low-dose Ketamine for optimal IV sedation
For IV sedation, a combination of Dexmedetomidine and low-dose Ketamine protects sleep architecture and prevents neuroinflammation, unlike common benzodiazepine and opioid cocktails.
Utilize Suzetragine as opioid-free alternative for post-operative pain management
A new, first-in-class, FDA-approved drug called Suzetragine effectively manages post-operative pain by blocking peripheral sodium channels, offering a powerful alternative to opioids.
Avoid corticosteroids post-surgery to ensure effective healing
Using corticosteroids post-surgery may seem to speed up healing by reducing inflammation, but it actually shuts down necessary healing phases and compromises long-term results.
Understand longevity of hyaluronic acid fillers to avoid puffy appearance
Hyaluronic acid fillers (like Juvederm) do not dissolve in 6-12 months but can last for decades, often migrating from the injection site and causing a puffy look over time.
Utilize noise-canceling headphones to minimize anesthesia requirements
Using noise-canceling headphones with delta and theta wave binaural beats during a procedure creates a calming state that can reduce the total amount of anesthetic needed.
Commit to active recovery for faster post-operative healing
A robust and active post-operative recovery protocol is worth about three days of normal recovery time for every one day you commit to it during the first week.
Utilize exogenous ketones for neurostabilization before surgery
Taking exogenous ketones before surgery is highly beneficial for neurostabilization, making your neurons more resilient to the stress of anesthesia.
Utilize racetams to protect brain health post-surgery
Racetams like Piracetam, which are in a 'not legal, but not illegal' gray area in the US, can help prevent post-operative cognitive dysfunction by protecting the brain from damage.
