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Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MD

Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MD

131. Dr. Elizabeth Yurth: The Science of Ketones, Hormones, and Faster Recovery

Jan 20, 2026 · 1h 4m

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Most people assume joint pain, fatigue, and limited mobility are inevitable with age. But what if protecting your joints, optimizing recovery, and maintaining energy were about targeting the right systems early, rather than treating symptoms later? In this episode of Extend, we sit down with Dr. Elizabeth Yurth, co-founder and chief medical officer of the Boulder Longevity Institute and a Stanford-trained sports and spine physician. With over 30 years of experience merging orthopedic expertise with longevity science, Dr. Yurth brings a unique perspective on preventing joint degeneration, accelerating healing, and supporting long-term metabolic and musculoskeletal health. We talk about why…