A self-published 2016 book called The Babydust Method claims couples can select their baby's sex by timing intercourse around ovulation, despite lacking scientific evidence. The theory has gained popularity on TikTok, with women crediting it for conceiving children of their preferred sex, though some acknowledge it's scientifically unfounded while others attribute magical thinking to the practice.
The article critiques wealthy longevity entrepreneurs like Bryan Johnson, Steven Bartlett, and Tim Ferriss for complaining about minor health disruptions despite spending millions on optimization. It argues they conflate 'wellness' with actual health, spread unscientific claims, and view health as a merit-based achievement rather than recognizing that most people face greater challenges than perfecting their regimes.