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Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MD

Darshan Shah, MD
Nutrition
Metabolic Health
Mental Health
Functional Medicine
Healthspan
Longevity
Chronic Disease
Brain Health
Gut Health
Exercise
Gut Microbiome
Women's Health
Aging
Heart Disease
Health Optimization
Obesity
Inflammation
Sleep
Strength Training
Gut-Brain Connection

Extend with Darshan Shah, MD is a podcast dedicated to cutting-edge science, research, tools, and protocols designed to help you extend your healthspan. Starting my medical journey at 16 and becoming one of the youngest doctors in the country, studying and training at the Mayo Clinic, Harvard Business School, Singularity University and other prestigious institutions, becoming a board certified sur... more

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A leader's unresolved pain rarely stays contained within that leader. It can show up as control, aggression, emotional distance, relentless pressure, or a workplace where people are treated as resources rather than human beings. The organization may ... more

I have operated on patients whose bodies had been sending them warning signals for years before a crisis ever put them in front of me. Stress alone causes or worsens more than 80 percent of the illness I see, and most of it traces back to one skill a... more

Millions of people wear a CPAP machine every night, the standard breathing device prescribed for sleep apnea. They trust the number on the screen to tell them their sleep apnea is under control. I've had patients tell me they stopped using theirs bec... more

For most people, an ADHD diagnosis, an anxiety diagnosis, or a depression diagnosis is made entirely from a symptom checklist. No one looks at the brain producing those symptoms.

In this episode, I sit down with Rachel and Angie, co-founders of Bra... more

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Rachel Lambert
Founder, BrainCode Centers
BrainCode Centers
Episode: 183. Rachel Lambert & Angie Noack: Why 70% Of ADHD Diagnoses Are Wrong
Angie Noack
Co-founder, BrainCode Centers
BrainCode Centers
Episode: 183. Rachel Lambert & Angie Noack: Why 70% Of ADHD Diagnoses Are Wrong
Michael Easter
Author of The Comfort Crisis; writer and journalist focusing on human resilience and discomfort
Author, The Comfort Crisis; Writer/Professor (former)
Episode: 182. Michael Easter: The Hidden Health Cost of Modern Comfort
Dr. Taz Bhatia
Integrative medicine physician focused on holistic women's health
Whole Plus / Integrative Medicine practice
Episode: 181. Dr. Taz: The Hormone Conversation Women Should Have Before Birth Control, IVF, or HRT
Dr. John Kim
Pharmacist turned functional medicine practitioner
Episode: 180. Dr. John Kim: The Hidden Stressors Keeping Your Body in Defense Mode
Scott McMahon
Physician specializing in mold-related illness, MoldCo medical director
MoldCo
Episode: 179. Dr. Scott McMahon: The Hidden Trigger Behind Your Unexplained Symptoms
Matt Kaeberlein
Longevity researcher, expert on aging and pharmacology
University of Washington (implied by work)
Episode: 178. Dr. Matt Kaeberlein: The Science, Risk, and Hype Behind Today's Longevity Trends
Dr. Jila Senemar
Leading expert in women's health and hormone biology
Jila MD
Episode: 177. Dr. Jila Senemar: The Hormone Conversation Women Should Have Before Menopause
Labib Ghulmiyyah
Obstetrician-gynecologist with maternal-fetal medicine specialization; creator of the Vitality Formula
Undisclosed clinic; Vitality Formula framework
Episode: 176. Dr. Labib Ghulmiyyah: What Fertility Can Reveal About Your Long-Term Health

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Dr. Darshan Shah
Host of Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MD; focuses on extending healthspan through cutting-edge science and practical protocols.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 223 ratings
  • Best podcast for your health!

    I always learn something useful for my health. Love your episodes that give newest technology, tests,etc., so we can better manage our health. Episode 118 was one of my favorites as it answered many questions for me but have enjoyed all of them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zumba LAK
    United States3 months ago
  • Steve Gundry

    A Consumate Charlatan

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Egonzzzzzzzz
    United States8 months ago
  • Obsessed with this podcast

    High calibre but accessible, scientifically grounded information. This is one of my new favourite podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slgarcia84
    Canada10 months ago
  • Fantastic. Highly recommend.

    About time mainstream medicine pushes the envelope. So thankful Dr. Shah is taking lead and tackling optimal/preventative health. Great insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    arleach
    United Statesa year ago
  • Episode 86

    Generally great info. But please have Dr Tracey Strouo correct her verbiage. She calls bacterioststic water the”bacteria water”

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    LVAngTay
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the show for its actionable, science-backed health insights and practical steps.
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Guests and host are described as knowledgeable and engaging, delivering high-quality discussions on longevity.
The podcast is seen as a leading resource for longevity and wellness, with enthusiastic fan feedback and strong word-of-mouth recommendations.

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182. Michael Easter: The Hidden Health Cost of Modern Comfort
Q: What is the essence of scarcity and how to apply it?
Scarcity highlights how our ancestors thrived on limited resources, but modern abundance drives overconsumption; practical application includes creating intentional limits and 'boredom' moments to stimulate creativity and healthier choices.
182. Michael Easter: The Hidden Health Cost of Modern Comfort
Q: What can we learn from the Amish or other movement-focused societies?
Movement, outdoor time, and strong community appear to offset some unhealthy aspects of modern living; the takeaway is to emulate balanced daily activity and social connection rather than pursue extremes.
182. Michael Easter: The Hidden Health Cost of Modern Comfort
Q: What are your top three uncomfortable things that move the needle on exercise?
Carrying weight through rucking, the concept of 'exercise snacks' integrated into daily life, and using wearable loads (weighted vests, hip packs) to create ongoing skeletal load and core engagement, all supported by anecdotes and research discussed in the interview.
182. Michael Easter: The Hidden Health Cost of Modern Comfort
Q: But how did you get into this?
Easter explains his path from college writing to magazine work, book publishing, and eventually focusing on longevity topics, driven by a curiosity about how discomfort can yield long-term health benefits and a storytelling approach to explain science to broad audiences.
178. Dr. Matt Kaeberlein: The Science, Risk, and Hype Behind Today's Longevity Trends
Q: Can you explain how lifespan extension is defined in these mouse studies?
Lifespan extension is often discussed in terms of median lifespan and sometimes maximum lifespan; treatment effects vary and can change the entire survival curve, but the exact translation to humans remains uncertain. Robust interpretation depends on large, well-controlled cohorts and detecting meaningful shifts beyond natural variability.

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What is Extend Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on cutting-edge science, longevity, and practical protocols aimed at extending healthspan. Conversation topics span nervous-system science, sleep, hormone balance, gut health, mitochondrial aging, and biohacking tools, with frequent guests who are physicians, researchers, or health-science entrepreneurs. Episodes combine clinical insights with actionable takeaways, ranging from at-home tests and wearable tech to lifestyle and mindset strategies that may help listeners optimize health and vitality over time. A notable strength is the blend of rigorous science with approachable, implementable steps, often featuring guests who bridge academia and real-world application. Listeners likely seek evidence-based, proactive health gu... more

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2. Angie Noack
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