Decoding Health

Send us Fan Mail GLP-1 is a gut-derived hormone designed to signal the pancreas to produce insulin—but in its natural form, it’s notoriously short-lived. In this Decoding Health segment, we break down why endogenous GLP-1 has an ultra-short half-life (about three minutes), and how the enzyme DPP-4 rapidly “clips” incretin hormones by targeting specific amino acids near the N-terminus—effectively d...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Robert H. Lustig joins the show to break down why today’s metabolic health crisis is not a personal failure problem, but an environment problem, and how the power structure shaping food, policy, and public health has shifted in ways most people have not tracked. From “poisonous calories” and ultra-processed food to microplastics, reactive species, and artificial sweeteners, Dr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Decoding Health , we examine a recent shift in CDC guidance regarding hepatitis B vaccination recommendations for newborns. Long criticized for lagging behind evolving science, the CDC has now revised its position after reviewing updated risk-benefit data presented during a publicly broadcast panel discussion. Sparked by the birth of the host’s second grandchild...

Send us Fan Mail This episode featuring Dana Swope explores the intersection of nutrition, movement, stress, and metabolic health through an open, thought-provoking conversation. The discussion highlights how prioritizing protein and whole foods can reduce overall calorie needs while significantly increasing satiety, signaling a meaningful shift in how we approach sustainable nutrition. The episod...

Send us Fan Mail This episode breaks down the Amylase test and its critical role in digestion, metabolic health, and personalized nutrition. The conversation explores how amylase activity impacts carbohydrate processing, energy levels, and blood sugar response, highlighting why a one-size-fits-all approach to diet does not work. Listeners learn how simple indicators like taste response and timing...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Decoding Health , Dr. Urban A. Kiernan is joined by Dr. Don Clum for an in-depth, science-driven discussion on fasting, insulin regulation, and metabolic health—cutting through popular misconceptions to explain what fasting actually is and how it impacts the body. The conversation begins with how early insulin research led to modern fasting protocols and clarifi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Decoding Health , Dr. Urban A. Kiernan breaks down the science behind vaccine adjuvants—what they are, why they are used, and how they influence immune responses. Drawing from his experience in biotechnology and pharmaceutical research, he explains how adjuvants enhance antibody production and increase the body’s overall biological workload. We explore commonly...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Evan Nadler challenges some of the most common misconceptions surrounding childhood and adolescent obesity—starting with the idea that it’s simply a result of poor diet or lack of willpower. Drawing on more than two decades of clinical, surgical, and research experience, he explains why obesity is a chronic disease, why BMI is an unreliable diagnostic tool, an...

Send us Fan Mail What are the real side effects of Vyleesi —and how do they compare to Viagra ? In this follow-up conversation, Dr. Urban A. Kiernan breaks down what Vyleesi (also known as PT-141 ) is, how it works, and why it’s being discussed as a modern option for women experiencing low sexual desire, arousal challenges, or vaginal dryness (when prescribed for specific diagnoses). You’ll learn...

Send us Fan Mail Michal Ofer shares the personal turning point that reshaped her entire approach to health—going from taking 30 pills a day at 35 to stepping away from medications and focusing on root-cause inputs that actually move the needle. She breaks down how diet directly affects stress tolerance , which foods tend to be most inflammatory, and why food quality can feel dramatically different...

Send us Fan Mail In this holiday quick-hit episode of Decoding Health , Dr. Urban A. Kiernan sits down with Leila Adnani (PS Creative Studios) to close out 2025 and set the tone for a stronger 2026—without the fake “new year, new me” hype. Leila shares what PS Creative Studios is focused on heading into the new year, including a strategic reset around what to keep, what to cut, and what to build i...

Send us Fan Mail This Decoding Health episode follows the real-time journey of Keiran Meekins, a young athlete living with spastic diplegia cerebral palsy, as he undergoes an integrated evaluation and treatment process combining advanced physical therapy and emerging V-cell therapy. Recorded on location in Arizona, the episode brings listeners inside a full clinical assessment, gait analysis, neur...

Send us Fan Mail This episode examines the complex relationship between cholesterol, statin use, and Parkinson’s disease through a data-informed and critically minded discussion. The conversation challenges common assumptions about cholesterol suppression, exploring how statins can interfere with the body’s natural cholesterol production and why that matters for brain and neurological health. The...

Send us Fan Mail  Gary Jackson joins Dr. Urban to unpack how discipline, mindset, and behavior patterns shape metabolic health. They explore why today’s “normal” encourages unhealthy habits, how marketing drives cravings, why the word “treat” programs reward behavior early in life, and how simple tools like label-reading can shift daily decisions. Gary shares the core coaching principles he teache...

Send us Fan Mail The internet is buzzing about “GLP-3,” but according to Dr. Urban, it doesn’t exist. In this episode, he breaks down why GLP-3 is nothing more than a marketing term tied to a still-experimental drug from Eli Lilly. Dr. Urban explains the real science behind GLP-1 and GLP-2, how these hormones naturally function in the body, and why the new triple-agonist compound being called “GLP...

Send us Fan Mail Modern medicine is facing a crisis — and Dr. Ankur Verma is sounding the alarm. In this groundbreaking episode, Dr. Urban Kiernan sits down with Dr. Verma, who reveals why 95% of his patients show metabolic symptoms … and why questioning the system nearly got him ostracized by his own peers. This conversation exposes the cultural, political, and scientific forces shaping global nu...

Send us Fan Mail  Tylenol is everywhere — in our homes, hospitals, and daily routines. But what do we actually know about it? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Urban Kiernan breaks down the real science behind Tylenol (acetaminophen) , how it differs from ibuprofen, and why its reputation for being “safe” deserves a closer look. We dive into: ⚠️ Why acetaminophen would fail modern clinical trial st...

Send us Fan Mail What if your biggest health problems aren’t caused by food alone — but by light, biology, stress, and hidden environmental triggers no one warned you about?  In this mind-shifting episode, Dr. Urban Kiernan and Shana Hussin dive deep into the overlooked science behind metabolic dysfunction, hormonal collapse, food sensitivities, and the quantum forces driving modern illness. Shana...

Send us Fan Mail Thanksgiving should fill you with gratitude — not glucose spikes, food crashes, and next-day regret.  In this special episode, Dr. Urban Kiernan breaks down exactly how to enjoy the holiday without undoing all your metabolic progress. From pictures of his family (yes, including Stella!) to the science of satiety, Dr. Urban gives you a simple, realistic plan to survive Thanksgiving...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and deeply human episode of Decoding Health , Dr. Urban Kiernan sits down with Dr. Kristina Dobyns , founder of Beyond Binge Eating — a groundbreaking integrative platform helping women break free from binge eating, food addiction, and the mind–body disconnect that fuels it. Dr. Dobyns opens up about her 20+ year battle with binge eating disorder , trauma, addicti...

Send us Fan Mail Women are nearly twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s — but why? And what can you actually do about it? In this powerful episode of Decoding Health , Dr. Urban breaks down the emerging science on why women experience sharper declines in essential fatty acids with age, how this impacts brain health, and what nutrients may help protect cognitive function over time. We go deep on:...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when an elite athlete’s identity is built on performance—then an injury takes it all away? In this powerful episode of Decoding Health , Dr. Urban sits down with former Manchester United footballer turned Strength & Conditioning expert Dr. Andy Taylor to unpack the real cost of high-performance culture—and how metabolic health, nutrition, and self-awareness can me...

Send us Fan Mail In this eye-opening episode of Decoding Health , we uncover the real science behind MCT oils —and why this so-called “healthy fat” might not be what you think. From breaking down what medium chain triglycerides really are to explaining how they’re processed in the body, this episode separates hype from hard science. You’ll learn how MCTs differ from traditional fats, why they don’...

Send us Fan Mail In this compelling episode of Decoding Health , Dr. Urban welcomes back Dr. Amy Gutman , emergency physician and founder of Tough Love MD , for a deep dive into one of the fastest-growing yet least-understood health threats in America: tick-borne diseases , specifically Alpha-Gal Syndrome . A reformed vegan turned dedicated carnivore, Dr. Gutman shares her personal health journey...

Send us Fan Mail We break down a practical brain-optimization regimen that blends nutrition, supplements, light exposure, and sleep hygiene to elevate cognitive performance. Dr. Urban explains why the brain thrives on ketosis (via intermittent fasting) and outlines smart supplementation— creatine (≈5g/day, cognition support), magnesium (evening for relaxation), balanced electrolytes (for neuronal...