Peak Performance Life Podcast

Show notes: (1:13) Dr. Elizabeth Yurth and transition from traditional orthopedics to holistic care (6:15) Understanding inflammation and joint health (8:23) Assessing and treating joint pain holistically (14:58) Overview of peptides like BPC-157 and thymosin beta-4 (17:57) Groundbreaking treatments: pentosan polysulfate and exosomes (22:38) The role of red and near-infrared light in healing (26:15) Stem cells vs. extracellular vesicles (34:56) Peptides: their use and potential (46:55) How to find Dr. Yurth and learn more about regenerative medicine (49:10) Outro Who is Dr. Elizabeth Yurth?   Elizabeth Yurth, MD is Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Boulder Longevity Institute, where she has been providing Tomorrow’s Medicine Today to her clients since 2006. Dr. Yurth obtained her Medical Degree from the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, completed her residency at the University of California – Irvine, and her Fellowship in Sports and Spine Medicine from Stanford-affiliated Sports Orthopedics and Rehabilitation (SOAR) in Palo Alto, CA. Along with her 30 years as a practicing orthopedist specializing in sports and spine medicine, Dr. Yurth has made it her mission to learn and share the latest scientific research on how to truly heal the body at the cellular level. She is Fellowship trained in Anti-Aging, Regenerative, and Cellular Medicine and has completed +500 hours of CME training focused on Longevity, Nutrition, Epigenetics, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Regenerative Peptide Treatments, and Regenerative Orthopedic Procedures. Connect with Dr. Yurth: Website: https://boulderlongevity.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/dryurth/?hl=en   Join: https://bli.academy/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram  

Show notes: (1:31) Dr. Song’s journey into holistic pediatrics (6:14) Understanding integrative pediatrics: Combining traditional and holistic medicine (10:05) The dangers of overprescribed antibiotics (15:04) How early gut health impacts immunity, allergies, and mental health (23:58) Signs of gut imbalance in kids and how to address it (33:36) Nutrition guidelines for kids (39:22) How kids can regulate their nervous systems with simple techniques (48:30) Where to learn more about Dr. Song and her book (51:46) Outro Who is Dr. Elisa Song?   Dr. Elisa Song, MD is a Stanford-, NYU-, UCSF-trained integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine expert, and mom to 2 thriving children - and she is on a mission to revolutionize the future of children's health. Dr. Song is the author of the national bestseller Healthy Kids, Happy Kids: An Integrative Pediatrician's Guide to Whole Child Resilience. Dr. Song created Healthy Kids Happy Kids as an online holistic pediatric resource to help practitioners and parents bridge the gap between conventional and integrative pediatrics with an evidence-based, pediatrician-backed, mom-approved approach. In her integrative pediatric practice, she's helped 1000s of kids get to the root causes of their health concerns and empowered parents to help their children thrive by integrating conventional pediatrics with functional medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and essential oils. Dr. Song is chair of A4M's pediatric education and has lectured around the world at leading integrative and functional medicine conferences and premier parenting events. She has also been featured in hundreds of top podcasts, print and online media outlets, including the Wellness Mama podcast, BloomTV, Forbes, Healthline, MindBodyGreen, National Geographic, PopSugar, Parents, Motherly, Parade, Verywell Health, and New York Post. Connect with Dr. Song: Website: https://healthykidshappykids.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/healthykids_happykids/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Healthy-Kids-Happy-Kids-214892652189868/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElisaSongMD   Grab a copy: https://www.healthykidshappykids.com/book/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram  

Show notes: (1:36) The Peak State Method and its transformative effects (9:29) Learn more about the Peak State Method (11:41) Understanding health assessments and testing (16:19) On DNA testing (22:46) Energy as the foundation of health and performance (28:43) Understanding hormonal imbalances (30:24) Natural approaches to boost testosterone (38:32) Weight loss strategies: metabolic health, protein intake, and exercise (50:00) Risks and benefits of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss (53:22) Other resources and where to connect with Ryan (54:22) Outro Who is Ryan Kennedy?   Ryan Kennedy is a functional medicine practitioner, clinical nutritionist, speaker, and best-selling author.   Ryan coaches individuals all over the world for health, longevity, and performance. He also works with companies and teams for body and brain performance enhancement, and specializes in muscle gain, fat loss, digestion/gut health, sleep, hormones, anti-aging, breathwork, mental health, and overall wellness for achieving an optimized life.   Through his podcast and social media, Ryan’s understanding of functional medicine, nutrition, and the delicate balance between performance and health, has helped thousands of people around the world achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.   When Ryan’s mother was diagnosed with cancer in 2008, his entire life changed in an instant. Her passing was a turning point for Ryan. Now, he has made it his mission to educate and inspire people to live a healthy, vibrant, and fulfilling life. Connect with Ryan: Website: https://ryankennedyhealth.com/ IG: http://www.instagram.com/ryanckennedy FB: https://www.facebook.com/ryankennedyhealth YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4rENCDX0tZmfGi9_lL00JQ   Tune in: https://ryankennedyhealth.com/podcast/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram  

Show notes: (1:57) Jillian’s journey and struggle with disordered eating, and finding her expertise (4:34) The Root Cause Method: Beyond traditional nutrition (7:14) Jillian’s unique approach to healing through functional medicine (10:36) Why food is neutral and the real driver is emotional discomfort (14:28) A client’s transformative story and uncovering trauma (23:47) Tips for logical thinkers: bridging the gap between mind and body (35:17) Healthy ways to process and release emotions (38:03) The rising mental health challenges among young women today (42:28) Where to find Jillian and learn more about her programs (46:58) Outro Who is Jillian Acosta?   Jillian Acosta, a registered dietitian, specializes in functional medicine and the psychology of eating. Owner of the nutrition private practice, The Root Cause Method, she guides clients towards health and vitality in unconventional ways. Jillian believes many of the chronic illnesses exacerbated by obesity are deeply rooted in trauma. In her practice, she collaborates with physicians who administer ketamine, using this powerful tool as a means to help her clients transform their relationship with food, feelings and Self. Uprooting what shapes our relationship with food is essential, in her experience, for reversing and preventing chronic illness, and can lead to true embodiment , fulfillment, and connection. Connect with Jillian: Website: https://www.therootcausemethod.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-acosta-rd-ldn-8b8a1490/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/The-Root-Cause-Method-111503260764074 IG: https://www.instagram.com/jillianacosta_rd/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram