Yoga guru Baba Ramdev has invited American entrepreneur and venture capitalist Bryan Johnson to Patanjali Yog Gram in Haridwar to explore India’s yoga practices and anti-ageing solutions through a neutral and scientific lens.
This invitation follows Johnson’s concerns over Haridwar’s air quality and skepticism about the anti-ageing claims of Patanjali products.
💬 Ramdev’s Invitation:
In a post on X, Ramdev wrote:
He also proposed a podcast discussion on healthy living and real anti-ageing solutions backed by evidence:
“As you had to leave Mumbai unexpectedly, we extend an invitation to visit Haridwar #patanjaliYoggram. We can discuss healthy lifestyles and anti-ageing solutions with scientific temperament and evidence.”
🌱 What Sparked the Exchange?
- Bryan Johnson criticized Haridwar’s air quality, citing a PM2.5 level of 36 µg/m³, equating it to smoking 1.6 cigarettes a day.
- He noted elevated health risks, including heart disease and lung cancer.
- Johnson claimed Ramdev blocked him on X after the criticism.
🏃♂️ Ramdev’s Response:
To counter Johnson’s claims:
- Ramdev shared a video of himself running beside a horse, promoting Patanjali’s Swarna Shilajit and Immunogrit Gold for immunity and anti-ageing.
- Asserted Haridwar’s Air Quality Index (AQI) at Patanjali Yog Gram is excellent, offering scientific proof.
🌿 Why This Matters:
✅ Highlights the global debate on wellness: Western technology vs. traditional practices like yoga and Ayurveda.
✅ Brings focus to India’s environmental challenges amid health tourism.
✅ Encourages cross-cultural dialogue on scientific scrutiny vs. traditional remedies.
🧘♀️ Background:
- Bryan Johnson is known for his anti-ageing experiments and strict health protocols.
- Recently walked out of a podcast with Nikhil Kamath over air pollution concerns.
- Patanjali, co-founded by Ramdev in 2006, promotes natural remedies and yoga-based wellness solutions.
🔎 What’s Next?
Will Bryan Johnson accept Ramdev’s invitation?
Could this lead to a broader conversation on blending modern science with ancient traditions?
Stay tuned as we track this developing story of wellness, science, and cultural exchange!