The Swiss Biohacker's Supplement Stack

Bryan Johnson takes 80+ supplements daily. Here's the essential stack adapted for Switzerland — what to buy, where to buy it, and realistic alternatives that won't cost CHF 500/month.

The Bryan Johnson Baseline Stack

Bryan's daily supplement regimen costs ~$200-300/month. Here are the essentials you can replicate in Switzerland:

Tier 1: The Absolute Essentials (CHF 50-80/month)

Supplement Dose Why Where to Buy (CH) Price
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) 2-3g/day Heart health, brain function, inflammation iHerb, nu3.ch CHF 25-40
Vitamin D3 + K2 4000 IU D3 + 200mcg K2 Bone health, immune function (Swiss winters!) Vitaminexpress.ch, iHerb CHF 15-25
Magnesium Glycinate 400mg Sleep, muscle recovery, heart health nu3.ch, MyProtein.ch CHF 15-20
B-Complex Methylated forms Energy, brain function, methylation iHerb, Swiss pharmacies CHF 20-30

Tier 2: Performance & Longevity (CHF 80-150/month)

  • Creatine Monohydrate: 5g/day (brain + muscle, CHF 15-20/month from MyProtein.ch)
  • NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine): 600-1200mg (liver support, glutathione precursor, CHF 20-30)
  • CoQ10 (Ubiquinol): 100-200mg (mitochondrial health, CHF 30-50)
  • Alpha-Lipoic Acid: 300mg (antioxidant, blood sugar, CHF 20-30)
  • Curcumin (Turmeric): 500-1000mg with black pepper (inflammation, CHF 20-30)

Tier 3: Bryan Johnson Advanced Stack (Optional, CHF 100+/month)

  • NMN or NR (NAD+ boosters): 250-500mg (cellular energy, expensive! CHF 80-150)
  • Resveratrol: 500mg (longevity pathways, CHF 30-50)
  • Quercetin: 500mg (senolytic, inflammation, CHF 20-30)
  • Spermidine: 1-3mg (autophagy, hard to find in CH, order from iHerb)

Swiss Vendor Comparison

Vendor Pros Cons Best For
iHerb Huge selection, competitive pricing, fast shipping to CH Import fees if order >CHF 60 Budget-conscious, wide variety
nu3.ch Swiss-based, no customs, fast delivery Smaller selection, higher prices Local stock, no import hassle
Vitaminexpress.ch High quality, Swiss manufacturing Expensive (premium pricing) Quality over price
MyProtein.ch Cheap basics (creatine, protein, glycine) Limited advanced supplements Budget basics (creatine, protein)

What to Skip (Bryan Takes, You Don't Need)

  • Blueprint's proprietary blends: Expensive, hard to ship to CH, generic alternatives work fine
  • 80+ supplement regimen: Diminishing returns. The essentials (Tier 1) give you 80% of the benefit.
  • Exotic ingredients: Spermidine, rapamycin analogs — unproven for humans, hard to source

Swiss-Specific Considerations

Vitamin D is Critical (Swiss Winters)

Switzerland's latitude means limited sun exposure Oct-March. Bryan Johnson takes 2000 IU daily, but Swiss doctors often recommend 4000 IU in winter.

  • Test your levels first (Vitamin D blood test at any Swiss lab, ~CHF 40)
  • Target range: 40-60 ng/mL (100-150 nmol/L)
  • Pair with K2 to prevent calcium buildup

Omega-3 Quality Matters

Swiss lake fish (perch, whitefish) are great, but not enough for optimal EPA+DHA intake. Supplement with:

  • Nordic Naturals (available on iHerb, high quality)
  • Swanson (budget option, good purity)
  • Look for IFOS-certified (third-party tested for purity)

Sample Daily Schedule

Morning (with breakfast)

  • Omega-3: 2 capsules (2g EPA+DHA)
  • Vitamin D3 + K2: 1 capsule (4000 IU D3 + 200mcg K2)
  • B-Complex: 1 tablet
  • Creatine: 5g in water or coffee

Afternoon (with lunch)

  • CoQ10: 100mg
  • Curcumin: 500mg
  • Alpha-Lipoic Acid: 300mg

Evening (with dinner)

  • Omega-3: 1 capsule (1g EPA+DHA)
  • NAC: 600mg

Before Bed

  • Magnesium Glycinate: 400mg
  • L-Theanine: 200mg
  • Glycine: 2g

Monthly Budget Breakdown

Tier 1 (Essentials): CHF 50-80/month

Tier 1 + Tier 2: CHF 130-230/month

Full Bryan Johnson Stack: CHF 250-400/month (not recommended for most people)

Getting Started

  1. Start with Tier 1 only (CHF 50-80/month)
  2. Order from iHerb or nu3.ch this week
  3. Take for 90 days, then retest biomarkers
  4. Add Tier 2 if Tier 1 shows results
  5. Track how you feel (energy, sleep, recovery)