Vieroots: Dr. Sajeev Nair on Biohacking, Human Performance Optimization, and the Future of Longevity
What if aging was a choice? What if the genetic "hand" you were dealt at birth didn't have to dictate your health destiny? In the emerging world of biohacking, these aren't just philosophical questions—they are the foundation of a scientific revolution. As we move into an era where "death is optional," one Indian entrepreneur is at the forefront of hyper-personalized performance science.
Enter Dr. Sajeev Nair, the Founder of Vieroots Wellness Solutions. With a background in analytical chemistry and two decades of peak performance coaching, Dr. Nair is India's leading voice in biohacking. Through Vieroots and his flagship **EPLIMO** (Epigenetic Lifestyle Modification) program, he is helping individuals—from entrepreneurs to high-performance athletes—optimize their biology using a combination of DNA testing, AI-driven data analysis, and ancient wellness traditions. By treating genes as "loaded guns" and lifestyle as the trigger, Vieroots is proving that biological age reversal is not just possible, but accessible.
The Genesis: From Analytical Chemistry to Peak Performance
Dr. Sajeev Nair’s journey is a rare blend of scientific rigor and entrepreneurial vision. After completing his Masters in Analytical Chemistry and an MBA, he spent years in pharmaceutical sales and peak performance training. He was a pioneer in the early 2000s, bringing nutraceuticals, nutritional IVs, and genetic predisposition testing to India long before they became mainstream.
As he neared his 50s, his focus shifted inward. "I wanted to perform at peak levels post-50. That made me dive deep into human longevity and biohacking," he recalls. This personal quest led to the creation of Vieroots in 2020, co-founded with his son Aditya, with a mission to empower people to live longer, stay productive, and contribute more to society through data-backed health optimization.
The Biohacking Definition
Dr. Nair defines biohacking as a systematic, scientific approach to analyzing and managing one's own health. It involves:
- Proactive Care: Moving beyond reactive "sick care" to preventive optimization.
- Science + Tradition: Integrating cutting-edge medical research with Ayurveda, Yoga, and Meditation.
- Hyper-Personalization: Using DNA and metabolic data to create a unique lifestyle blueprint for every individual.
The EPLIMO Methodology: Blocking the Genetic Triggers
At the heart of Vieroots is the **EPLIMO** (Epigenetic Lifestyle Modification) program. While traditional medicine often waits for a disease to express itself, EPLIMO looks at the *predisposition* to disease.
1. Comprehensive Genetic Mapping
Vieroots offers the most comprehensive genetic predisposition test in the country, analyzing over **1,000 genes** and **275 health conditions**. "Information about a higher risk for a disease isn't helpful if it only scares you," Dr. Nair notes.
2. The Trigger Analysis
By correlating genetic data with metabolic assessments, Vieroots identifies the specific "triggers"—dietary choices, sleep patterns, or environmental stressors—that could cause a dormant gene to express as a disease. The goal is to epigenetically override these susceptibilities through targeted lifestyle shifts.
3. Generative AI Health Assistant
The company has developed an AI-powered health assistant that serves as a personalized "Health Concierge." If you are traveling to a new country, the AI can cross-reference your geno-metabolic profile with local cuisine to recommend the exact dishes that will optimize your performance and prevent fatigue.
The Vieroots Optimization Journey
- DNA Test: A simple saliva-based test to map your genetic predispositions.
- Metabolic Assessment: Capturing real-time data from wearables and lifestyle habits.
- AI Compilation: Processing 1,000+ data points to identify potential health triggers.
- Blueprint Creation: Receiving a hyper-personalized plan for diet, supplements, and exercise.
- Continuous Monitoring: Real-time guidance via the AI health assistant.
LimoWorld: Incentivizing Behavioral Change via Web3
Dr. Nair recognizes that the biggest hurdle to longevity is behavioral consistency. "To make behavioral changes, you need to be rewarded and incentivized," he explains. This insight led to the creation of **Limoverse**, a decentralized blockchain protocol for the health and wellness ecosystem.
Rewarding Biological Age Reversal
Move-to-Earn & Stay-Healthy-to-Earn: Inside the Limoverse ecosystem, users are rewarded with **LIMO tokens** for every year they successfully reduce their biological age. These utility tokens can be used to avail services within the ecosystem or traded on crypto exchanges—marking a global first in utility-based wellness tokens.
The Entrepreneur's Success Formula
Having managed multiple ventures across consulting, wellness, and blockchain, Dr. Nair attributes his ability to scale to one core principle: Trusting the Right People. "Most organizations struggle because they give responsibility but not authority. I trust my CEOs fully, even if they make mistakes. Entrepreneurship is about the world of risk."
His formula for a successful venture is plotted in four quadrants:
- Passion: What do you love and excel at?
- Need: Is there a genuine pain point in the market?
- Commercial Value: Can you derive a sustainable revenue model from the solution?
- Capacity: Do you have—or can you acquire—the expertise to execute?
Advice for Peak Performers
Don't Ignore Erosion: Performance erosion doesn't start in your 50s; it starts in your 30s and 40s due to lifestyle factors. Optimization is not about living longer later—it's about performing better *now*. Use data to stop waking up fatigued and start performing at your peak daily.
Key Takeaways: The Vieroots Blueprint
- Data is the New Stethoscope: Genetic and sleep data are the primary tools for modern human optimization.
- Epigenetics Over Genetics: Your DNA is not your destiny; your lifestyle is the editor of your genetic code.
- Incentivize Wellness: Use technology (AI and Blockchain) to make the difficult task of behavioral change rewarding.
- Innovate Ahead of Time: Dr. Nair’s ventures are typically 3-5 years ahead of the market curve, a hallmark of a true visionary.
As Dr. Sajeev Nair and the team at Vieroots continue to push the boundaries of "The Making of a Superhuman," the message is clear: the future of health is not in the hospital—it is in your pocket, powered by AI, and governed by your own lifestyle choices. In the race against time, data-driven optimization is the ultimate head start.
About the Guest
Dr. Sajeev Nair is the Founder and Chairman of Vieroots Wellness Solutions. A prominent wellness evangelist, bestselling author of "The Making of a Superhuman," and a serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience, he is a pioneer of biohacking in India. He is the chief curator of the World Biohack Summit and the visionary behind Limoverse, a blockchain-based healthcare metaverse. He is dedicated to helping individuals achieve peak performance and biological age reversal through human performance optimization.
Vieroots is a leading health-tech startup specializing in personalized health and nutrition. By integrating genetic testing (EPLIMO), AI-driven lifestyle modification, and advanced biohacking therapies, Vieroots provides a science-backed blueprint for longevity and human performance optimization.