At 70, I’m stacking every edge I can to protect my sleep—and my shot at becoming the first human to hit 200. One of the simplest, most impactful additions to my evening routine? TrueDark glasses.

I put them on every night, usually 1–2 hours before bed, and I genuinely like them. They’re comfortable, effective, and have noticeably improved how quickly I fall asleep and how rested I feel in the morning.

What Makes TrueDark Different?

Most “blue blockers” only filter blue light. TrueDark—created by biohacking pioneer Dave Asprey—go further. Their patent-pending red lenses block 99% of blue, green, and violet “junk light” (the wavelengths that suppress melatonin most aggressively).

Artificial lights, phones, TVs, and LEDs blast these wavelengths well into the evening, tricking your brain into thinking it’s still daytime. Result? Delayed melatonin release, fragmented sleep, and slower recovery overnight.

TrueDark simulates true darkness, signaling your brain: “Time to wind down.”specsmakers.in

My Real-World Results

Before TrueDark:

I’d often lie awake for 30–60 minutes scrolling or watching something “just for a bit.”

Ultrahuman Ring showed inconsistent melatonin onset and occasional awake periods.

After adding TrueDarks nightly:

I fall asleep faster—usually within 15–20 minutes.
Deeper, more restorative sleep stages (confirmed by my ring data).
Morning readiness scores trending higher.
Bonus: Less eye strain from evening screen time.

I pair them with my other wind-down hacks—dim red lighting, no food 3+ hours before bed, magnesium, and a cool bedroom—and the combo is powerful.

Why This Matters for Longevity

Quality sleep is non-negotiable for extended healthspan. It drives:
Autophagy and cellular repair
Hormone balance (growth hormone, cortisol)
Reduced inflammation
Better insulin sensitivity
Cognitive protection

Disrupt your circadian rhythm long-term, and you accelerate aging. At my age, I’m not gambling with junk light.

It’s Now Locked Into My Protocol

TrueDark Glasses are officially part of my public longevity stack. You’ll find them listed at https://garyleland.com/data

Go steal the whole protocol. Copy it. Tweak it. Then try to out-sleep me—I dare you.

Remember: I’m not a doctor, just a stubborn 70-year-old refusing to age like everyone else. Consult your physician before making changes.

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Together, we’re rewriting what’s possible. One perfectly dark night at a time.Live long.