Shaping Longevity: Carbs, Joint Health & Metabolic Flexibility | Dr. Shawn Baker & Dr. Urban Kiernan

Shaping Longevity: Carbs, Joint Health & Metabolic Flexibility | Dr. Shawn Baker & Dr. Urban Kiernan

August 28, 2026 · 45 min

About this episode

Dr. Shawn Baker interviews Dr. Urban A. Kiernan about metabolic health, joint health, and the impact of nutrition on longevity.

Dr. Urban A. Kiernan, PhD is a biomedical scientist, entrepreneur, and host of the Decoding Health podcast. As Founder and CEO of iMetabolic Biopharma Corporation, he is advancing innovative therapies targeting metabolic disease while translating complex science into practical strategies for improving healthspan. Dr. Kiernan is a passionate advocate for evidence-based nutrition, metabolic health, and disease prevention, helping people better understand the science behind insulin resistance, obesity, longevity, and human performance. Outside of career Dr Kiernan is a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He is also an active martial arts competitor, holding black belts in both Judo an Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Socials: IG - https://www.instagram.com/light_bearer/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/urban.kiernan LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/urban-a-kiernan-ph-d-8568b621/ X: @LightBearer2022 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-7894210?e9s=src_v1_sa%2Csrc_v4_sa_o Website:: https://www.decodinghealthpodcast.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 00:30 Introduction 06:15 Balancing work and single parenthood 07:08 Prioritizing health and well-being 11:48 Impact exercise benefits on joint health 15:57…

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Host: Dr. Shawn Baker

Guest: Dr. Urban A. Kiernan

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