Podcasts about low testosterone

A Navy captain with 24 years of service went to medical for exhaustion, weight gain, and low mood, and was told to see a therapist and eat less. When he asked for a testosterone test his physician asked whether he had erectile dysfunction, and refused to order it when he said no. His level came back at 160; the cutoff we use in this country is 300. I've treated this population for 15 years, and roughly 27% of operators test below that number. Tim Parlatore is the attorney who wrote the Pentagon memo that now puts testosterone on the annual physical, and we get into what it says and why most men never have this hormone checked again after they leave pediatrics.Studies & ReferencesCardiovascular Safety of Testosterone-Replacement Therapy - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37326322/You Can Conquer Trauma and PTSD with Chris Frueh, PhD - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0olunOZM2lcSupport Kaczkowski Family's GoFundMe campaignhttps://impact.navysealfoundation.org/campaign/827807/donate?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bioWant ad-free episodes? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://bit.ly/4u5VSRe

In this episode, Dr. Mary Alice Mina answers the internet's most asked questions about testosterone, topical estrogen, and perimenopause. Pulled straight from the comments section, she covers who can actually prescribe testosterone, whether estradiol and estriol can be used together on the face, what swollen eyelids might really mean, what lab work matters before starting testosterone therapy, how topical estrogen interacts with birth control pills, the correct way to apply topical estrogen, whether birth control suppresses testosterone, and whether estrogen levels need to be monitored while using topical treatments. She closes with a detailed answer on facial estradiol, hair thinning, and dry skin, and the collagen and elastin benefits the research does show. Want more support navigating your hormones? Join my 5-Day Perimenopause Challenge: https://hi.theskinreal.com/5-day-perimenopause-challenge In this episode:  0:00 Intro and Disclaimer 3:17 Perimenopause and Hormone Confusion Explained 4:21 Can Any Endocrinologist Prescribe Testosterone? 5:59 Using Estradiol and Estriol on Your Face 7:33 Swollen Eyelids: Eczema or Low Testosterone? 8:51 Lab Work You Need Before Starting Testosterone 10:16 5-Day Perimenopause Challenge 11:03 Topical Estrogen and Birth Control Pills 12:37 How to Properly Apply Topical Estrogen 14:59 Do Birth Control Pills Block Testosterone? 16:37 Do You Need to Monitor Estrogen Levels on Topical Treatment? 18:28 Facial Estradiol for Hair Loss and Dry Skin 19:54 Final Thoughts  Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today's discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don't miss out!

Low testosterone in women can affect energy, libido, confidence, muscle tone, and sexual pleasure, especially as hormones begin shifting after 40. In this episode of The Women's Vibrancy Code, Maraya explains the signs of low testosterone, the benefits and potential side effects of testosterone therapy, and how changes in testosterone and estrogen can contribute to vaginal dryness, painful sex, recurring bladder infections, and changes in sexual sensation. The Women's Vibrancy Accelerator Trifecta: Your 90-Day Health Reset Ready to take your health to the next level? The Women's Vibrancy Accelerator Trifecta offers deep, personalized support to help you regain control of your energy, hormones, and well-being. This program includes: Three one-on-one calls with Maraya Dutch Plus Test and full assessment Bi-weekly live Q&A sessions Self-paced health portal covering energy, hormones, libido, and confidence   Podcast listeners get an exclusive discount. Use code PODCAST. Learn more and enroll now: https://marayabrown.com/trifecta/ _______________________ Free Wellness Resources Access free tools like the Menstrual Tracker, Adaptogen Elixir Recipes, Two-Week Soul Cleanse, Food Facial, and more. Download now: https://marayabrown.com/resources/ _______________________ Subscribe to The Women's Vibrancy Code Podcast Listen on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Spotify. _______________________ Connect with the Show Find us on Facebook,  Linkedin | Website | Tiktok | Facebook Group _______________________ Apply for a Call with Maraya Brown Start your journey with personalized support. Apply here: https://marayabrown.com/call  _______________________ About Maraya Brown Maraya is a Yale and Functional Medicine-trained Women's Health and Wellness Expert (CNM, MSN). She helps women feel energized, confident, and connected to themselves and their lives. With over 25 years of experience, she specializes in energy, hormones, libido, confidence, and deep transformation. _______________________ Disclaimer The content of this podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical or professional advice. Listeners should consult with a qualified professional before making any health decisions.   This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By: Simplified Impact 

Let’s talk about testosterone testing and other important blood tests you can track for your overall health, wellness, vitality, and longevity. I recorded this show on the occasion of my first visit to the blood lab after signing up for Vitals Vault’s premium program, and I talk about some of my favorite markers while pedaling home from the lab. I focus a lot on testosterone because I believe it’s a great proxy for overall wellness, vitality, recovery, and resilience to stress. I share my own numbers, which have ranged from 562 to 1,004, and explain why I’m so intent on keeping testosterone levels high as I age. I also get into the roughly 1% annual decline in average male testosterone levels since the 1980s, vitamin D and the widespread fear of the sun, why looking beyond LDL can give you a better picture of your lipid panel, and the lifestyle practices that can help optimize testosterone—from sleep and diet to avoiding chronic cardio, lifting heavy things, sprinting once in a while, and even maintaining a winning relationship. TIMESTAMPS: Testosterone testing is the best proxy for your overall state of wellness, vitality, and recovery or resilience to stress. [00:51] Brad checks his testosterone level frequently because it is his way of monitoring the stress impact from his training. [5:41] Triglycerides to HDL ratio is a premier indicator of your heart disease risk factor. It is much better than looking at total LDL cholesterol. [06:42] In 2017 they lowered the ideal level of testosterone due to the widespread decline of testosterone among males around the world. [09:02] If you are not optimizing your sleep, including down and rest time, you cannot reduce your stress. [12:13] Get the junk out of your diet. If you are in that chronic cardio pattern in your exercise, you may be tanking your testosterone. [12:37] If there is arguing and other dysfunctional patterns in your relationship, it will tank your testosterone as well as shorten your lifespan. [13:34] Vitamin D comes from sun exposure more than from your diet or pills. [14:30] LINKS: Brad Kearns.com BradNutrition.com B.rad Whey Protein Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet! B.rad Superdrink – Hydrates 28% Faster than Water—Creatine-Charged Hydration for Next-Level Power, Focus, and Recovery NEW: B.rad Real Rad Gummies - Creatine + Nootropics for Focus, Motivation, Performance, and Recovery! Brad’s Shopping Page BornToWalkBook.com B.rad Podcast – All Episodes Peluva Five-Toe Minimalist Shoes Vitals Vault The Vitamin D. Solution We appreciate all feedback, and questions for Q&A shows, emailed to podcast@bradventures.com. If you have a moment, please share an episode you like with a quick text message, or leave a review on your podcast app. Thank you! Check out each of these companies because they are absolutely awesome or they wouldn’t occupy this revered space. Seriously, I won’t promote anything that I don't absolutely love and use in daily life: Recover Faster: B.rad Superfuel helps with fat loss, longevity, immune function and athletic performance with a potent combo of grassfed whey protein and creatine. A five-star bestseller on Amazon, or order direct and save! Get 20% OFF your first order with code BRAD20 Strengthen Your Feet: Peluva five-toe minimalist shoes naturally strengthen and realign your feet to perform better, relieve pain, and achieve full functionality. Use code BRADPODCAST for 10% off Online Education: Immersive learning to transform your diet in 21 days, endurance train the right way, prepare Paleo meals for the whole week, get started the right way the therapeutic cold exposure, and custom-design a morning movement routine. Clean Your Indoor Air!: The Jaspr Air Scrubber is an ultra high-performance, automatic-sensor unit that will address the often-disregarded health concern of indoor air quality. Save $200 on your unit with code BRAD Explore B.rad Nutrition, online courses, and my favorite gear at: BradKearns.com/Shop Enjoying the podcast?Please leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts—it helps more people discover the show. Thanks for your support! #bradpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actress Kristen Johnston and Radio Andy host John Hill join Jeff and Shane to chat about Kristen's Emmy decor placement and Jeff's low testosterone. Plus, John's humid European love experience.  • • •  Want more Jeff Lewis? Click here to sign up for 3 free months of SiriusXM and listen weekdays to "Jeff Lewis Live" from 12-2pE/9-11aP on Radio Andy Channel 102. Plus, tune into The Jeff Lewis Channel for even more Jeff content streaming exclusively on the SiriusXM app channel 789. • • •  Host - Jeff Lewis Guests - Kristen Johnston, John Hill, & Shane Douglas Vice President - Tim Johnson Senior Directors - Lisa Mantineo & Alyssa Heimrich Senior Producer - Jamison Scala Associate Producer & Editor – Oscar Beltran Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Low testosterone has become one of the biggest topics in men's health, but for many people, hormones aren't the real problem.In this episode, Eric Bach explains why so many men jump straight to TRT, peptides, and supplements before fixing the habits that actually determine long-term health and performance. He breaks down the biggest lifestyle factors that influence hormone function, including sleep, strength training, nutrition, stress management, alcohol, and recovery, while explaining why blood work should always come before treatment.Drawing from both his coaching experience and his own journey with hormone optimization, Eric shares how to build the foundation that supports healthy testosterone naturally and why no medication can replace poor habits.Whether you're considering TRT, trying to improve your energy, or simply want to perform at a higher level, this episode will help you separate hype from what actually works.In This Episode:Why low testosterone is often blamed too quicklyThe lifestyle habits that have the biggest impact on hormone healthWhy blood work should come before supplements or TRTHow sleep affects testosterone, recovery, and body compositionThe role of resistance training in optimizing hormone functionNutrition strategies that support long-term healthHow chronic stress suppresses performance and recoveryThe impact of alcohol and other lifestyle habits on hormonesWhy walking, meditation, and recovery matter more than most people realizeBuilding a foundation that supports lifelong health instead of chasing shortcutsIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's looking to improve their health, energy, and performance. For more evidence-based strategies on testosterone, body composition, and living healthier without living in the gym, check out the links in the show notes

Dr. Bill Evans admits the post was rage bait. But the science underneath it isn't.Dominic opens by asking about Evans' claim that you can run faster with low testosterone, and Evans cheerfully cops to baiting the testosterone crowd before laying out the actual evidence. Two things can be true at once: train hard for years and your T drops, and your performance keeps climbing anyway. He walks through Anthony Hackney's overtraining research, the 80-kilometer-per-week marker where androgen deficiency starts showing up, and the diffusion-distance argument for why the best marathoners in the world aren't carrying much muscle. Then the necessary caveat: performance and health are not the same conversation, and bone, libido, and mental health all sit on the other side of that ledger.From there it opens up. Evans gives a full explainer on how a study actually gets published and how to tell a credible one from a headline, including where pharma funding does and doesn't compromise the work. He and Dominic get into whether anyone can be an Olympian, whether mindset is trainable (Evans uses his own OCD and exposure therapy as the case study), and the Joe Burrow story about a nine-year-old who didn't feel pressure.The back half is rapid-fire practical: how to warm up for a 5K and why the pickups should be near mile pace, why your treadmill is probably lying to you, the RPE scale as a free lactate meter, the bicarb lotion study he's running this fall, his unsponsored supplement stack, and the one thing every cross country runner should do this season.Tap into the Dr. Bill Evans Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.S H O W  N O T E S   -The Run Down By The Running Effect (our new newsletter!): https://tinyurl.com/mr36s9rs-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run  -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Take our podcast survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ua62ffzBehind the scenes of The Running Effect: https://youtube.com/@dominicschlueter?si=PM9FjPc92eFUFEZLuminaryThreads: luminarythreads.shop$20 off your next Attuned scan: https://attuned.health/discount/TRE20?ref=TRE20Instagram: @doctor_evans_running Coaching Website:The Endurance Lab. 

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Millions of men assume declining energy, weight gain, reduced libido, mood changes, and brain fog are simply unavoidable parts of aging. But what if those symptoms point to something more? In this episode, we explore the surprising overlap between andropause—sometimes called male menopause—and hypothyroidism, revealing why these two conditions are so often confused and why many men go undiagnosed for years.You'll learn how testosterone and thyroid hormones work together to regulate metabolism, muscle strength, mood, sexual health, and overall vitality. We also discuss why symptoms frequently overlap, which laboratory tests provide a clearer picture than symptoms alone, and how identifying the right hormonal imbalance can lead to more effective treatment.Whether you're experiencing unexplained fatigue, struggling to maintain your health despite diet and exercise, or simply want to better understand how hormones change with age, this conversation offers practical insights backed by current research. 

Send us Fan MailJoin us as we cover the effect of cancer and its treatment on Testosterone levels in cancer.We are joined by the amazing Samantha Strumeier, nurse consultant and nursing lead for urological cancers at St Barts Hospital London. Having experience in testosterone replacement therapy at Memorial Sloane Kettering Hospital New York she shares this with us and what she is doing now.We explore the impact of low testosterone in men on cancer treatment.One major area where this impacts the most is prostate cancer where we cause low testosterone with androgen deprivation therapy. What happens if testosterone stays low after the treatment finishes.We set the scene for how we can help patients with low testosterone.All this and Samantha tries not to be too disappointed by Mike and John!!!

Ted's testosterone was almost 200 — 198 to be exact — and he looked healthy on the outside. Muscle, working out, doing the podcast. On the inside his hormone floor was gone. Then he did the work Mark Holman coaches men through, and now he's at 800. No TRT. All natural.   Mark Holman is a mental/physical health and testosterone optimization coach. Creator of the Unchained program (formerly Revival) and the 5-Day High-T Leadership Challenge. He was on the Modern Man Podcast before — this is Round 2. He's since moved his own total T to 1,100, doubled his free testosterone, broke his own income barrier, and met the woman he's now marrying.   In this conversation, Mark and Ted go deep on why "normal" testosterone is a lie (74% of Americans are overweight — that's the population setting the normal range), Mark's named diagnostic concept — the Health Handbrakes — that a standard blood panel won't reveal, why TRT is like winning the lottery (no process, no struggle, and you're on it for life), the free-T-vs-SHBG conversation most doctors skip, the sniper-vs-shotgun reframe for supplements (and the Tongkat Ali standardization rule most brands hide), and the leadership-testosterone connection — why lower T makes you more risk-averse and quietly shrinks your ambition.   Plus: Ted's own before/after receipts (198 → 800 natural), the University of Chicago sleep study that showed a 5-hour night drops testosterone 10-15% in one week, the 2007 JCEM data showing modern men's T is generationally lower than their fathers' generation at the same age, and Mark's closer on the nice-guy generational curse he inherited from his father and broke.   If you're a high-performing man between 25 and 55 with a "normal" blood panel and a feeling something's off — this one's for you.   Key insights from this episode:   Testosterone as an on-demand hormone (not a fixed number) Why "normal T ranges" are a lie (74% of Americans set that baseline) The Health Handbrakes: the root causes of low T that a standard panel misses The Unchained standard: 700 total testosterone is the floor, not the ceiling Free T + SHBG: why total T alone lies to you TRT is like winning the lottery: no process, no struggle, and you're on it for life Sniper vs. Shotgun supplementation (and the Tongkat Ali 2% eurycomanone rule) The testosterone-leadership connection: why low T makes you risk-averse Ted's before/after receipts: 198 to 800 natural in 18 months Mark's N=1 story: 1,100 total T, doubled free T, wife met, business broke through   Chapters: 00:00 The confession — my T was 198 02:04 What's Changed About Testosterone? 04:25 Can You Naturally Increase Testosterone? 05:47 Why "Normal" Blood Work Isn't Enough 08:36 The Testosterone Range Doctors Miss 10:00 Ted's Testosterone: 198 → 800 Naturally 11:57 What to Do If Your Doctor Says You're "Normal" 14:20 Can You Come Off TRT? 15:42 TRT vs. Fixing the Root Cause 17:58 Stress, Sleep & Free Testosterone 20:15 When Is TRT Actually Necessary? 23:04 Why Men's Testosterone Keeps Declining 25:42 The Truth About Testosterone Supplements 29:43 Zinc, Vitamin D & Deficiencies Explained 30:36 Why Most T Boosters Don't Work 33:22 The Hidden Cost of Low Testosterone 36:42 Testosterone, Leadership & Confidence 39:22 Does Sunlight on Your Balls Work? 40:23 Mark's Results: 1,100 Testosterone 45:14 Health, Wealth & Love 45:47 Free Blood Work Analysis 46:47 The Lesson That Changed Mark's Life 49:09 Ted's Biggest Takeaways Connect with Mark Holman: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markholmanhealth/ Free Master Class: https://go.markholmanfitness.com/testosteronemasterclass Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Markholmanhealth  

In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik sits down with Dr. Martin Miner, Dr. Larry Lipshultz, and Dr. Tobias S. Kohler to unpack the myths and realities of testosterone therapy. The conversation covers who truly benefits from testosterone treatment, how guidelines are evolving, distinctions between replacement therapy and abuse, and natural ways to boost testosterone. Listeners will walk away with science-backed strategies for optimizing hormonal health, debunking stigma, and understanding the safe management of testosterone. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction00:02:23 What Testosterone Does00:07:26 Symptoms, Levels, and Diagnosis00:09:39 Testosterone and Metabolic Health00:14:55 Benefits of Testosterone Therapy00:18:52 Lifestyle, Muscle, and Longevity00:27:26 TRT Stigma, Access, and Safety00:40:34 Testosterone Abuse vs Medical Therapy00:59:40 Sleep, Stress, and Natural Support01:06:10 Testing, Treatment Options, and Future Directions Stay connected with Dr. Martin Miner, Dr. Larry Lipshultz, and Dr. Tobias S. Kohler on social media for daily insights and updates. Don't miss out—follow them now and check out these links! Dr. Martin Miner WEBSITE - https://martinminermd.com/ Dr. Larry Lipshultz INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/lipshultzmd/ X - https://x.com/DrLipshultzTips LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-lipshultz-md-93977344 WEBSITE - https://www.larrylipshultz.com/ Dr. Lipshultz is also the co-host of “Fertility and Other F Words” with Dr. Amy Pearlman, available on YouTube and Apple Podcasts, where they discuss a wide range of men's health topics. Dr. Tobias S. Kohler INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/tobiaskohlermd/ X - https://x.com/SexHealthMD LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobias-köhler-58637667 Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Pentagon is launching a new health screening initiative that will check for low testosterone as part of annual physicals for service members age 30 and older. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the effort is intended to improve readiness, resilience and long-term health, while emphasizing that testosterone replacement therapy would be voluntary. But the announcement is also raising questions about the medical evidence behind widespread screening and how the policy will be implemented across the force. Federal News Network's Rachel Cohen joins me with more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your bloodwork can come back “normal” while cortisol, nutrient deficiencies, gut dysfunction and hidden immune triggers continue driving exhaustion, weight-loss resistance and hormonal decline. Dr. Stephen Cabral joins Dr. Josh Axe to explain why treating an isolated diagnosis may fail when the real problem is an interconnected biological pattern that standard testing never uncovered. Uncover what's really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism— plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! →  http://mybloodwork.com Thank you to our sponsors! Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe Caraway Home: carawayhome.com/drjoshaxe (Use code DRJOSHAXE) for an exclusive discount Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1

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Hormone Optimization: Why Your Labs Are Normal but You Still Don't Feel Like YourselfNeed to Connect with us? Schedule a FREE HEALTH CONSULTATION at www.thrivecfh.com/functional medicine. Episode Highlights:Have you been told your lab work is "normal," but you still struggle with fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, poor sleep, low libido, or a general feeling that something isn't right?In this episode of Health Hacks, Dr. Jeni St. Onge and Tara Peterson explore what hormone optimization really means and why hormone-related symptoms often have deeper root causes than most people realize.Many people assume hormone health is simply about replacing a low hormone or taking medication, but true hormone optimization involves understanding how multiple systems work together. Hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid hormones, cortisol, insulin, and DHEA all communicate with one another, and imbalances in one area can affect the entire body.Dr. Jeni and Tara discuss common signs of hormone imbalance in both women and men, including fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, anxiety, sleep disturbances, low libido, mood changes, reduced motivation, and difficulty building or maintaining muscle.They also explain why many patients continue to experience symptoms despite being told their lab results are normal. You'll learn how functional medicine evaluates hormone health differently by considering lifestyle factors, stress, sleep, metabolic health, nutrition, inflammation, and symptom patterns—not just lab values alone.In this episode, you'll discover:• What hormone optimization actually means• Common symptoms of hormone imbalance in women and men• Why normal lab work doesn't always tell the full story• The connection between hormones, thyroid function, stress, metabolism, and sleep• Why cortisol, insulin, and blood sugar regulation matter• Practical ways to support hormone health naturally• How strength training, sleep, nutrition, and stress management influence hormones• When it may be time to seek a more comprehensive evaluationIf you've been struggling with unexplained fatigue, stubborn weight gain, brain fog, menopause symptoms, low testosterone symptoms, poor sleep, or other ongoing health concerns, this episode will help you better understand what your body may be trying to tell you.Key Takeaway:Hormone symptoms are often messages from the body—not simply signs of aging. Understanding the root causes can help you improve energy, metabolism, sleep, mood, and overall quality of life.Learn more about our functional medicine approach and schedule a complimentary health consultation.Thrive Chiropractic & Functional HealthBranson, MissouriTopics: Hormone Optimization, Hormone Health, Fatigue, Weight Gain, Brain Fog, Thyroid Health, Menopause, Low Testosterone, Functional Medicine, Healthy Aging, Metabolic Health, Root Cause Medicine

Chris and Erik talk about cold brew and coffee orders, the DEI executive who stole the trash can how hard it is to cancel subscriptions, Vegas casinos charging for everything now, Cirque du Soleil, Erik's testosterone test and the funniest text Chris has ever gotten, Erik's lack of confidence at the gym, watching their sons run around on the 4th of July, a full spoiler breakdown of Obsession, Netflix and the binge model killing shows, actors stuck in iconic roles forever, Heath Ledger's Joker, how bad the new Mortal Kombat is, video game movies, Denzel's British accent, Chris and Erik's upcoming shows, and much more!Get two extra episodes every month at https://Patreon.com/TheGoldenHourPodcastTo submit to the show email: thegoldenhoursubs@gmail.com or Dropbox Link: https://www.dropbox.com/request/fqtbexhxyaky9X8f8MV1In the subject line, specify whether your submission is King It or Sting It, Debate Club, Rip My Drip, Relationship Advice, or Flaunt My Aunt. In the body of the email, include the attachment, your name, where you're from, and in the case of Flaunt My Aunt, the name of your relative.SUBSCRIBE to The Golden Hour Podcast: http://www.youtube.com/c/KingandtheSting Get your King and the Sting merch at https://thicccboy.com/collections/sale-home-pageFollow #TheGoldenHourInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.golden....Twitter:https://twitter.com/the_golden_hrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/KingandtheStingAnd check out Brendan, Chris, & Erik on social media!Brendan Schaub:https://www.instagram.com/brendanschaubhttps://twitter.com/BrendanSchaubhttps://www.facebook.com/OfficialBren...Chris D'Elia:https://twitter.com/chrisdeliahttps://www.instagram.com/chrisdelia/https://www.facebook.com/chrisdeliaof...Erik Griffin:https://twitter.com/ErikGriffinhttps://instagram.com/erikgriffinhttps://www.facebook.com/erikgriffinc...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when men's health gets reduced to one testosterone number? In this episode of hol+, Dr. Taz sits down with Dr. Brandon Smith, MD, a conventionally trained physician practicing at hol+, for a practical and eye-opening conversation about men's health, low testosterone, sleep apnea, TRT, GLP-1s, muscle, stress, hormones, and why so many men are waiting too long to get proactive about their health.Together, they explore why men's health needs a reframe, especially in a medical culture where many men are taught to only go to the doctor when something is clearly broken. Dr. Smith shares what he sees in the exam room, from younger men asking about testosterone before starting a family, to men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s realizing they have spent years pushing through fatigue, stress, brain fog, weight changes, low libido, poor sleep, or changes in performance without knowing where to start.Dr. Taz and Dr. Smith also unpack why low testosterone is not always a simple testosterone problem. Dr. Smith explains the difference between total testosterone and free testosterone, why one lab number is only a snapshot, why testosterone can fluctuate throughout the day, and why morning testing matters. They also discuss why symptoms, context, body composition, sleep, stress, inflammation, chronic illness, and lifestyle all need to be part of the conversation before jumping straight to testosterone therapy.This conversation takes a closer look at one of the most overlooked drivers of low testosterone: sleep apnea. Dr. Smith explains why disrupted sleep can create a stress signal in the body, why men may not realize they are waking up throughout the night, and why the body may lower reproductive hormones when it does not feel safe, rested, or recovered. They also discuss how fasting, chronic stress, high cortisol, poor recovery, and underlying medical conditions can affect hormone levels.If you're listening to this and thinking, “I know something is off in my body, but I don't know where to start,” join the Circle here:

Most men over 40 who feel tired, foggy, and flat get told the same thing: your testosterone is low, here's a prescription. Functional medicine practitioner Ollie Matthews makes the case for the opposite order of operations. In this episode, men's hormone coach Ollie Matthews (OJ Health) explains why your hormones are a readout of how you live, why the gut quietly runs your hormones, and why he treats testosterone replacement as the last step, not the first. He shares his own story of crashing his hormones during a bodybuilding phase, rebuilding them as a new dad, and the framework he now uses with clients. Meet our guest Ollie Matthews is a functional medicine practitioner and men's hormone coach, and one of the first UK practitioners accredited under Harvard-affiliated Dr. Datis Kharrazian. He's the creator of The ONE Method and works with dads who want their energy and confidence back. After losing his own father young and later rebuilding his health from a deep low, his mission is to help a million dads not die before seeing their children grow up. Thank you to our partners Outliyr Biohacker's Peak Performance Shop: get exclusive discounts on cutting-edge health, wellness, & performance gear Ultimate Health Optimization Deals: a database of of all the current best biohacking deals on technology, supplements, systems and more Latest Summits, Conferences, Masterclasses, and Health Optimization Events: join me at the top events around the world FREE Outliyr Nootropics Mini-Course: gain mental clarity, energy, motivation, and focus Key takeaways Low testosterone is often a signal of sleep, alcohol, training, and stress, not just a number to medicate High SHBG can leave total testosterone "normal" while usable free testosterone sits at the bottom Replacement therapy works best as a last step, after the basics are genuinely handled The gut supplies the raw materials your body uses to build hormones, and helps clear them too Fiber tolerance is a quick window into gut health Stress perception, not just the amount of stress, drives much of the damage Build foundations like Everest base camp, because people fall off fastest right after hitting a goal The deepest, most durable motivation is usually personal, in Ollie's case, being there for his daughter Episode highlights 00:00 Why "your testosterone is low" is usually the wrong starting point 01:48 What functional medicine actually means 02:54 The lifestyle factors that quietly suppress testosterone 05:54 Why blood work only tells part of the story 11:17 The marker most doctors skip (free testosterone vs total) 13:43 Ollie's story: losing his dad, burnout, and bodybuilding 19:11 Hitting rock bottom and the road back as a new dad 24:49 The ONE Method: Own it, Nourish it, Elevate it 27:50 The Mount Everest model of building health 33:19 Aesthetics vs health, and why psychology matters most 45:11 Why fixing your gut helps fix your hormones 50:23 Stress perception vs stress level 59:00 The question about men's health nobody asks   Links Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/u6H_hn8Gx1k Full episode show notes: https://outliyr.com/267  Connect with Nick on social media Instagram Twitter (X) YouTube LinkedIn Easy ways to support Subscribe Leave an Apple Podcast review Suggest a guest Do you have questions, thoughts, or feedback for us? Let me know in the show notes above and one of us will get back to you! Be an Outliyr, Nick

What if your thyroid isn't actually the problem? In this episode, Dr. Josh Redd explains why millions of people are told their labs are “normal” while their immune system, gut, hormones, blood sugar, and inflammation continue driving fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, low testosterone, SIBO, and autoimmune symptoms. This is the conversation for anyone who has been told “everything looks fine” but still knows something is wrong. Uncover what's really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism— plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! →  http://mybloodwork.com Thank you to our sponsors! Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe Caraway Home: carawayhome.com/drjoshaxe (Use code DRJOSHAXE) for an exclusive discount Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1

Low Testosterone - Shrinking Gyno - Reading Bloodwork - Bodybuilding Podcast ep. 78#bodybuilding #TRT #gym #workout #Muscle #Contestprep #bodybuildingpodcast My Book: ULTIMATE GUIDE TO ROIDS #1 BOOK ON TRUTH IN THE HISTORY OF BODYBUILDING Link -⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bodybuilderinthailand.com/ultimate-guide-to-roids/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Daily Text Msg Training 99/month and 1 Hour Phone Call Consult 59 Email to inquire about personal training to ⁠steroidspodcast@gmail.com⁠ Bodybuilder in Thailand on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bodybuilderinthailand/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ My Other Podcast: Grab the Bull Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/X6SzfCrN4NY?si=Ho2T9WIVxLjXo_AE⁠⁠⁠⁠Timestamps:0:00 Mixing multiple Testosterone Esters in one cycle5:20 Judging Testosterone Quality7:20 Some ways to build on a first cycle of 500mg test per week + my personal experience9:50 Anavar and Winstrol details13:20 Primobolan Exactly How I used it15:00 Steroid User has had side effects in the past with common cycles and is specifically wondering how to not “Turn Red” on cycle, A discussion of the factors that can cause this17:00 Hematocrit Hemoglobin discussion19:20 Blood Pressure Discussion21:35 How much do the Inactive Ingredients in a Vial of Testosterone Enanthate or other gear affect the Toxicity of the product23:06 Experiences using gear that comes in Ampoules instead of Vials25:05 Equipoise Ratios to Testosterone29:10 Listener asks about my experiences with Kratom36:40 Guy at 23 has low testosterone levels and is looking for information about whether or not its a good idea to try to get started with testosterone replacement therapy TRT42:00 People on Social Media claiming they grow during their “Health Phase” or “Cruise Phase” 46:30 Question about Gyno Shrinking Protocol - Androgenic and Anti-Estrogenic effects on Breast Tissue50:38 Motocross Racer with PED experience, seeking knowledge about stuff to help with get better recovery and endurance put not cramp up or get a pump55:25 Bodybuilder asking about Insulin in Bodybuilding and how Serious the Risks areThis Podcast is for entertainment and conversational purposes only. Serious Injury and Death can occur from utilizing chemical performance enhancement. This author does not support the use of illegal performance enhancing drugs. If any substances mentioned in this video are illegal in your country do not use them. The purpose of this podcast is not to glorify the use of PED's but to bring to light the reality of what athletes are doing privately. Consult a doctor before beginning any exercise or supplement routine. Do not take anything mentioned in this video as advice. It is simply conversation, not advice.⁠

Episode 26-22 Does Atrazine Cause Infertility, Low Testosterone and Birth Defects? The original plan for this episode was to share scientific studies showing the health benefits of sweating. Studies that specifically prove how sweat can help your body rid itself of toxins. Something, however, changed my mind. Something related to one of the toxins I was studying…  Atrazine. Atrazine is a powerful herbicide used to prevent weeds from growing around crops. And while that certainly "sounds" good, there are some serious consequences related to the use of Atrazine. Consequences such as Infertility, Low Testosterone levels, and Birth Defects. Needless to say, that's not good. It's also not talked about. Until now. On this episode I talk about the dangers of Atrazine and why it's important to be aware of them. Please give this episode a good listen and share it with everyone you know. (It's really that important.) Thanks! ———————- Want to learn more? Continue the conversation regarding this episode, and all future episodes, by signing up for our daily emails. Simply visit: GetHealthyAlabama.com  Once there, download the "Symptom Survey" and you will automatically added to our email list. ———————- Also, if you haven't already, we'd appreciate it if you'd subscribe to the podcast, leave a comment and give us a rating. (Thanks!!!)                

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Low testosterone affects far more than physical health — it quietly disrupts decision-making, fuels brain fog, and drives social withdrawal. Experts break down the brain science and how treatment may restore mental sharpness. To learn more, visit https://trtaustralia.com/does-low-testosterone-affect-decision-making-risk-taking-anti-social-behaviour-mental-clarity-explained/ TRT Australia City: Hurstville Address: 7–11 The Avenue Website: https://trtaustralia.com/

If you're a man in your 30s, 40s, or 50s and you've been telling yourself “this is just what getting older feels like,” this video is for you.A lot of men are walking around with low testosterone and hormone deficiencies without even realizing it. They blame stress, work, age, marriage, lack of sleep, or motivation… when in reality their hormones are crashing.If you've been struggling and feel like something is off, stop ignoring it and go get a full blood panel done.Blood Panel Breakdown: https://shop.nickkoumalatsos.com/page...Core Medical Group (Hormone Replacement Therapy)https://linktw.in/zJucWtVeteran Hormone Survey: https://linktw.in/YWTQLd

What's really normal for testosterone levels, and how do Australian doctors diagnose low T? We look at age-specific ranges, symptom thresholds, and the diagnostic criteria that determine treatment eligibility down under. Learn more at https://trtaustralia.com/testosterone-levels-by-age-chart/ TRT Australia City: Hurstville Address: 7–11 The Avenue Website: https://trtaustralia.com/

That is the question at the center of a longform investigation in the UK, looking into the booming world of testosterone replacement therapy.

It's one of the top questions in Dr. Kelly's men's health practice. And it's not just coming from older men — it's guys in their 20s and 30s. We're talking 27-year-old chiseled Marine sergeants walking in saying, "I can't get motivated. I rarely wake up with erections anymore. I haven't had sex with my girlfriend in two weeks." And their buddies are reporting the same thing.It's not all in their heads, either. According to Dr. Kelly, the average 22-year-old man today often has the testosterone of a 70-year-old. And get this: This is a global trend.Here, Dr. Kelly takes us through the data, including a 2025 meta-analysis of over a million men, which shows roughly a 50% drop in average T since the 1970s. We talk through what's behind this insanely precipitous drop, as well as what a man can do about it. Plus, we cover why just reaching for a vial of testosterone isn't the move most men think it is. Spoiler: exogenous T can shut down your natural production, shrink your testicles, and tank your fertility.We also get into a success story where a patient went from a testosterone level of 400 to 650 in just 12 weeks, and how he blew Kelly away with his transformation (or as she put it, “When he walked in it was like, ‘Who the f*** is this guy?”). Plus a frank word on what Western medicine has become, and the "free testosterone check" clinics she wants you to be careful of.If you've ever wondered about your testosterone levels and whether they might be low, or your drive has quietly gone missing and you don't know why — this one's for you.—Work with usReady to go deeper than the podcast and take action? Jason and I will help you break old patterns and transform your sex & love life for good. To see if you're a fit for our flagship program, Pillars of Presence, book a call here. Start anytime. (https://evolutionary.men/apply/)—Mentioned on this episode:Dr. Kelly Morgan's practice: morganmenshealth.com — free intro men's health webinar in May, 4-part series in June—Memorable quotes from this episode:"Your 22-year-old today often has the testosterone of a 70-year-old in the 1970s.""It's your get up and go anything. And it's your get up and get your dick up.""There's actually no food in the grocery store anymore.""We doctors have become body mechanics to the nth degree. We're not healers anymore. We are mechanics employed by large corporations.""We're an I-want-it-now generation.""These are all things all men can be doing on their own.""Every aspect of your life improves when you have community.""My libido's back!""Oh my god, my dick works again!"

We find out if Lunchbox got selected for Jury Duty. Eddie brings his evidence to appeal the results to his testosterone test. He thinks the first results may have been compromised. How well do you know your country music lyrics? Raymundo asks a question about a famous country song to see who knows the most about lyrics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eddie talks about the fallout of his low T results and what his wife had to say about it. We talked about a Doordash Driver who got into a shootout while delivering food. We talked about a sister-in-law who is speaking out after going viral for ruining a bride’s wedding day with black paint. Amy talked about Lisa Kudrow, who played Phoebe Buffay on the classic NBC sitcom, and alleges the cast was subjected to derogatory and sexual remarks from the show's writers' room. Bobby talked about a millionaire trophy hunter killed by elephants. Bobby talked about how it’s crazy his daughter is now smiling! Eddie says we need to STOP talking about something as a warning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to cancer, risk does not mean destiny—and understanding the facts can make all the difference.In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, Dr. Anthony Gonzalez is joined by Dr. Justin Dubin, Director of Men's Sexual Health at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute, and Dr. Ryan Matthew Kahn, Gynecologic Oncologist with Baptist Health Cancer Care.Together, they break down the real connection between cancer, hormones, and HPV—separating myths from medical facts and highlighting what you can actually do to reduce your risk.You'll learn: The most common cancers affecting men and women—and how to catch them early  Updated screening guidelines, including changes to prostate cancer testing  How hormones can influence cancer risk, treatment, and recovery  The truth about testosterone and prostate cancer  What HPV does in both women and men—including its link to throat cancer  Why the HPV vaccine is important for all genders (and not just teens)  Simple, actionable steps you can take today to support prevention Whether you're thinking about your own health or looking out for your family, this episode offers clear, practical guidance to help you stay informed and proactive.Host:Anthony Gonzalez, M.D.Chief of Surgery, Baptist Health Baptist HospitalMedical Director of Bariatric Surgery, Baptist HealthGuests:Justin Dubin, M.D.Director of Men's Sexual HealthBaptist Health Miami Cancer InstituteRyan Matthew Kahn, M.D.Gynecologic OncologistBaptist Health Cancer CareIf you found this episode helpful, you may also enjoy:Can Cervical Cancer Be Cured? A Gynecologic Oncologist AnswerErectile Dysfunction, Low Testosterone & Fertility ExplainedHPV-Related Cancers

Sexual health is one of the most searched—but least talked about—topics online. In this episode of Baptist Health Talk, we're breaking the silence.Dr. Anthony Gonzalez sits down with Dr. Justin Dubin, Director of Men's Sexual Health at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute, to answer the questions many men are too embarrassed to ask—from erectile dysfunction and testosterone to fertility and the impact of lifestyle choices.Learn how sexual health connects to overall health, why symptoms like low libido and ED may be early warning signs, and when it's time to stop Googling and see a doctor.Whether you're concerned about performance, hormones, or starting a family, this conversation delivers real answers backed by medical expertise.

Stop fighting over diets and start understanding your body. Dr. Annie Alfaro joins Carnivore Conversations to discuss reversing PCOS, metabolic health, and using adaptogens to heal your lifestyle.Join the Kiltz Mighty Tribe Community - it's free: https://kiltz-mighty-tribe.mn.co/Join us for our next Kiltz Health meatups: Albany Meatup 5/30: https://kiltzmeatup.com/Chicago Meatup 7/25

Social media influencers are selling unproven testosterone treatments to young men, often without scientific evidence or medical oversight. Discover the serious health risks of these products and learn the legitimate, doctor-supervised pathways to safe TRT. Find out more at https://trtaustralia.com/trt-clinic-in-darwin-price-options-reviews/ TRT Australia City: Hurstville Address: 7–11 The Avenue Website: https://trtaustralia.com/

Learn how to increase testosterone naturally with five proven strategies that actually work. This episode covers liver detoxification, fasting, brown fat activation, omega-3 fish oil, and targeted supplements like vitamin D, carnitine, and ashwagandha. Discover the connection between fatty liver, metabolic syndrome, and low testosterone—and why supporting your body naturally may be the key before considering TRT injections. (478 characters) FEATURED PRODUCT Zen – Adrenal Support by MSW Nutrition One of the most overlooked influences on testosterone is chronic stress. When cortisol stays elevated, testosterone production declines. Zen is designed to support nervous system balance and stress resilience with bovine adrenal gland extract, helping manage the cortisol-testosterone connection discussed throughout this episode. If you're working on increasing testosterone naturally, supporting your stress response is a foundational step—and Zen was built for exactly that.

Your thyroid controls your energy, your metabolism, your testosterone, your mood, and your ability to think clearly. Most doctors are testing it wrong and treating it wrong, and this episode tells you exactly what to do instead. -Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR Host Dave Asprey sits down with McCall McPherson, a physician associate, TEDx speaker, and founder of Modern Thyroid Clinic, Modern Weight Loss, and the advocacy platform Thyroid Nation. McPherson has been honored on the 2024 and 2025 Inc. 5000 lists and named a 2025 Top 500 Inc. Female Founder. She hosts the Modern Thyroid and Wellness podcast and built her entire practice around thyroid care after being failed by conventional medicine while managing her own hypothyroidism. She treats patients nationwide via telemedicine and has become one of the most trusted voices in functional medicine thyroid care. Dave and McCall expose why standard TSH-only testing catches just 1 to 2 percent of actual thyroid variation, why the medication most doctors prescribe (Synthroid/levothyroxine) fails a massive percentage of patients, and why T3 is the active hormone that mainstream medicine has been trained to fear without good reason. They also get into how fluoride in tap water, bromine in American wheat, mold exposure, dairy, gluten, and oxalates directly suppress thyroid function and drive autoimmunity. If you want to optimize your metabolism, protect your mitochondria, support brain optimization, and stop leaving your longevity on the table, thyroid is the first domino. This is essential listening for anyone serious about biohacking, human performance, anti-aging, functional medicine, supplements, sleep optimization, and using smarter not harder strategies to take control of your biology. You'll Learn: Why testing TSH alone misses thyroid dysfunction in the vast majority of people What a full thyroid panel actually includes and the optimal ranges for T4, T3, and reverse T3 Why T4-only medications like Synthroid fail and what works better How low thyroid directly tanks testosterone and libido in both men and women The environmental triggers destroying your thyroid, including fluoride, bromine, mold, and inflammatory foods How Hashimoto's connects to broader autoimmune risk and what drives it into remission Why kids are being misdiagnosed with ADHD when the real issue is hypothyroidism The supplements and cofactors (selenium, zinc, magnesium, ashwagandha, tyrosine) that support thyroid activation How thyroid optimization connects to metabolism, dementia prevention, cardiovascular health, and economic outcomes When to use T3 only vs. a T3/T4 combination, and how to know if your dose is off Thank you to our sponsors! 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Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: McCall McPherson, Modern Thyroid Clinic, thyroid testing wrong, full thyroid panel, free T3, reverse T3, Synthroid failure, T3 vs T4, Hashimoto's remission, fluoride suppresses thyroid, thyroid low testosterone, thyroid ADHD, thyroid depression, hypothyroidism misdiagnosis, thyroid and metabolism, thyroid hair loss, functional medicine thyroid Resources: • Learn More About McCall's Work At: https://www.modernthyroidclinic.com/ • Get McCall's Thyroid Guide: https://gift.modernthyroidclinic.com/ • Get My 2026 Clean Nicotine Roadmap | Enroll for free at https://daveasprey.com/2026-clean-nicotine-roadmap/ • Dave Asprey's Latest News | Go to https://daveasprey.com/ to join Inside Track today. • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/dave15 • My Daily Supplements: SuppGrade Labs (15% Off) • Favorite Blue Light Blocking Glasses: TrueDark (15% Off) • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Join My Substack (Live Access To Podcast Recordings): https://substack.daveasprey.com/ • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com Timestamps: 00:00 – Trailer 01:05 – Intro & Guest Background 02:26 – Dave & McCall's Thyroid Stories 05:26 – How Thyroid Hormones Work 12:51 – Why T4-Only Meds Fall Short 23:05 – Why Thyroid Dysfunction Is So Common 23:59 – Fluoride, Bromine & Environmental Triggers 26:39 – Thyroid & Low Testosterone 27:31 – Optimal Lab Ranges for TSH, T4 & T3 36:58 – Mold, Hashimoto's & Autoimmunity 44:44 – Thyroid, ADHD & Mental Performance 49:38 – Supplements for Thyroid Support 51:52 – Vitamin D & Circadian Rhythms 56:30 – T3 Safety Myths & Medical Misinformation 1:00:16 – Key Takeaways & Where to Get Help See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Peptide Playbook Series, Dr. Din sits down with Dr. Frankel to discuss the science behind testosterone, hormone replacement therapy, peptides, and metabolic health. As we age, many people experience fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, and metabolic changes. According to Dr. Frankel, three major factors often drive these changes: hormone deficiency, insulin resistance, and energy deficiency in the body. In this conversation, we break down how testosterone interacts with estrogen, why self-treating with supplements like DHEA can be misleading, and how therapies such as GLP-1 peptides, NAD, and growth hormone peptides may help restore metabolic balance. We also discuss the differences between menopause, andropause, and the often overlooked "somatopause" — the age-related decline in growth hormone. Topics include: • Testosterone therapy for men and women • Hormone replacement and metabolic health  • Cholesterol and hormone production • GLP-1 peptides and insulin sensitivity • Peptides used in longevity medicine  • The connection between hormones and aging Part of the Peptide Playbook Series, exploring the science behind peptides, metabolism, and modern longevity medicine.  

If you wake up in the middle of the night alert and wide awake, it's likely a nighttime cortisol spike, not insomnia. When blood sugar drops overnight, your adrenal glands release cortisol to raise it, shutting down melatonin and waking you up. This can lead to: Poor sleep quality Increased belly fat Lower testosterone Higher inflammation Most people are deficient in magnesium, the key mineral that helps regulate cortisol. Protocol: 300–400 mg elemental magnesium 60–90 minutes before bed Use glycinate, threonate, or taurate forms Also: Get morning sunlight Eat dinner 3 hours before bed Avoid heavy carb spikes at night This isn't a sleep problem.It's a hormone timing problem. Fix the mineral. Stabilize blood sugar. Anchor your circadian rhythm.

In this Your Health University episode, Jamie sits down with Nurse Practitioner, Brooke Howard, President of Clinical Operations, to talk about Biote, wellness, and bioidentical hormone optimization—and why it has been life-changing for both of them. Brooke shares how a trusted colleague pushed her to look deeper when she was exhausted, gaining weight, and “holding it together by a thread.” Jamie opens up about anxiety, ADD medication, and how feeling hormonally balanced gave him the confidence to step into a new chapter. This conversation is for anyone who feels “off,” has been told their labs are “normal,” and wants to explore a more complete picture of wellness. www.YourHealth.Org

https://truedark.com/discount/DAVETUBEMost people believe testosterone declines simply because of age. That explanation is easy, familiar, and wrong. Testosterone is not primarily controlled by how hard you train, how clean you eat, or how stressed you feel during the day.It is controlled by what happens in your brain at night. This video explains how sleep architecture works, why deep sleep is the foundation of hormone production, and how common nighttime habits flatten testosterone signals at the source.It also walks through practical ways to restore proper sleep timing, protect deep sleep, and rebuild the hormonal rhythm the body depends on.Timestamps:00:00 - Why testosterone decline is not just about aging01:12 - When testosterone is actually made in the body01:37 - Deep sleep explained (slow-wave sleep / N3)02:14 - “Fake aging”: why you feel older than you are03:35 - Why 8 hours of sleep can still fail you05:39 - How to protect deep sleep09:45 - How light at night confuses your brain's clock12:11 - How to protect your eyes and sleep at night14:20 - What happens when sleep is finally fixedThank you to our sponsors! Screenfit | Get your at-home eye training program for 40% off using code DAVE at https://www.screenfit.com/dave.EMR-Tek | https://www.emr-tek.com/DAVE and use code DAVE for 40% off.Resources: • Get My 2026 Biohacking Trends Report: https://daveasprey.com/2026-biohacking-trends-report/ • Dave Asprey's Latest News | Go to https://daveasprey.com/ to join Inside Track today. • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/dave15 • My Daily Supplements: SuppGrade Labs (15% Off) • Favorite Blue Light Blocking Glasses: TrueDark (15% Off) • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Join My Substack (Live Access To Podcast Recordings): https://substack.daveasprey.com/ • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A diagnosis and even aggressive treatment does not have to mark the end of strength, intimacy, or confidence. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti speaks directly to men navigating erectile dysfunction, low testosterone, and Peyronie's disease after prostate cancer treatment, reframing recovery around vitality rather than fear. He challenges the idea that sacrificing sexual health is the price of survival and explains why health span and sex span matter as much as lifespan. With a focus on regeneration and informed decision-making, Dr. Stephen outlines how carefully managed testosterone support, vascular health strategies, and tissue-preserving approaches can help men restore energy and sexual function. The discussion emphasizes critical thinking, patient autonomy, and the importance of treating men, not just lab numbers.Question the assumptions you've been given and decide how fully you want to live moving forward. Watch the episode of ED, Low Testosterone and Peyronie's After Prostate Cancer Treatment.Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a leading Functional Medicine Physician dedicated to enhancing vitality by addressing health at a cellular level. Combining the best of conventional medicine with advancements in cellular biology, he offers a patient-centered approach through his practice, Intellectual Medicine 120. A seasoned speaker and educator, he has lectured at prestigious conferences like A4M and ACAM, sharing his expertise on anti-aging. His innovative methods include concierge medicine and non-invasive anti-aging treatments, empowering patients to live longer, healthier lives.Website: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/ Practice: www.intellectualmedicine.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@intellectualmedicine LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drstephenpetteruti/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti    Disclaimer:  The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.Produced by https://www.BroadcastYourAuthority.com 

Testosterone is known as THE male hormone, yet women carry more of it than estrogen across their lifespan. In this episode, Dr. Mary Alice Mina breaks down why testosterone matters for women and how imbalances show up in skin, hair, and nails. You learn the visible signs of low and high testosterone, how aging differs from menopause-related hormone shifts, and why blood work alone misses the full picture. The episode also covers risks of pellet therapy, smarter prescribing approaches, and practical dermatology-first steps you can take while waiting for medical evaluation. This is a clear, evidence-based guide to hormone health you see in the mirror.   In This Episode: 0:00 Testosterone is not a male-only hormone 1:20 What hormones really do in the body 2:16 Testosterone vs estrogen after menopause 3:08 How testosterone affects skin oil and texture 3:56 Hair changes from high vs low testosterone 4:46 Nail growth and brittleness explained 5:24 Why testosterone declines with age 6:17 Medications and birth control effects 7:29 Low testosterone in midlife women 8:12 Hormone misinformation and online risks 8:36 Pellet therapy problems in women 9:48 Why symptoms matter more than lab numbers 10:54 Skin signs linked to low testosterone 12:30 When to see a doctor 14:11 What doctors evaluate and test 16:30 Treatment options and safety 16:51 What you can do right now for skin 17:54 Scalp and hair care strategies 18:32 Nail care and manicure mistakes 20:11 Nutrition sleep and stress support 21:02 Testosterone beyond libido 22:21 Final takeaways and viewer questions Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today's discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don't miss out!

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Think testosterone is just a male hormone? Think again. In this game-changing conversation, Shalin Shah, CEO of Marius Pharmaceuticals, debunks a major myth in women's health. Spoiler alert: women have more testosterone than estrogen, and when those levels drop during perimenopause and menopause, it affects more than just libido. Brain fog, disrupted sleep, stubborn belly fat, and a feeling of losing strength and vitality are common symptoms. While men have had access to testosterone therapy for decades, women have been left in the dark until now. Shalin explains the importance of testosterone for various bodily functions, debunks myths that prevent proper treatment, and shares the revolutionary science behind the first effective oral testosterone therapy that aligns with the body's natural rhythms.Episodes Overview (timestamps are approximate):(0:00) Intro/Teaser(3:00) Understanding Testosterone in Men and Women(6:00) Clinical Signs and Symptoms of Low Testosterone(11:00) Testing and Diagnosing Testosterone Levels(13:00) Challenges in Hormone Therapy for Women(21:00) Environmental and Lifestyle Factors Affecting Testosterone(23:00) Increasing Natural Testosterone Levels(30:00) Modes of Testosterone Delivery(35:00) Female Hormone Therapy: Standardized Dosing(39:00) Debunking Myths About Testosterone(44:00) Dosage and Monitoring for Testosterone Therapy(51:00) Challenges in Accessing Hormone Therapy(54:00) Global Availability and Future of Oral Testosterone(58:00) The After-Party with Dr. StephanieResources mentioned in this episode can be found at: https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep451/We couldn't do it without our sponsors:TIMELINE - A new year means a new gym membership - but you can't out-train low energy; it starts deeper than that. So grab 35% off your one-month subscription of Mitopure Gummies at https://Timeline.com/BETTER35 while the offer lasts.QUALIA SENOLYTIC - This vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free blend of nine plant-derived ingredients is clinically tested to help your body naturally eliminate senescent cells and support healthy aging. Save 15% at https://qualialife.com/better with code BETTER.BON CHARGE - Achieve glowing skin, gain more energy, and uplevel your recovery practice with a suite of red light products. Get 15% off at https://boncharge.com/better with code BETTER.LMNT - Rehydrate with the perfect mix of sodium, potassium, and magnesium. Get a free sample pack at https://drinklmnt.com/drestima.EQUIP - Support bones, joints, gut, and skin with Equip Collagen. Get 20% off at https://equipfoods.com/better with code BETTER. P.S. When you're ready, here are a two ways I can help you:Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife.Build Muscle: LIFT — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Naturally Maximize Testosterone to Build Muscle, Shred Fat, and Get Your Edge Back - https://go.muscleintelligence.com/max-t/ LAST CHANCE! Join the 2026 Muscle Intelligence Coaching Cohort - https://www.muscleintelligence.com/apply/   Episode Shownotes: Discover the 13 science-backed reasons why your testosterone is crashing and the actionable path to reclaim it.   Ben Pakulski breaks down why quick fixes fail and why the real solution lies in mastering your morning, building resilience, pursuing hard goals, and optimizing every aspect of your life. From circadian rhythms and nutrition to the dangers of instant gratification, learn how to stop accepting mediocrity and start competing again.    This episode reveals the uncomfortable truth: your testosterone mirrors your lifestyle choices. If you're ready to stop being comfortable and start winning, this conversation will transform how you approach optimization.   5 Key Takeaways: Why comfort culture is secretly destroying male hormones The link between competition, dopamine, and testosterone How circadian rhythm and light control your T levels Foods, water, and substances silently lowering your testosterone A science-backed daily plan to rebuild natural testosterone   Join the Muscle Intelligence Mission: Naturally Maximize Testosterone to Build Muscle, Shred Fat, and Get Your Edge Back https://go.muscleintelligence.com/max-t/   If you're interested in working with Ben. ben@muscleintelligence.com   Join 200,000 men in their prime, reading our weekly newsletter: http://muscleintelligence.com/newsletter   Unlock Your Full Muscle Building Potential With Our Complete Training Guides: https://go.muscleintelligence.com/bodypart/   Hypertrophy Execution Mastery: The most comprehensive MI40 muscle-building program EVER! https://hypertrophymastery.com/     Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways we can help you look, feel and perform at your best:   1. Grab a free copy of 1 of our BRAND NEW Peak Performance Protocols. This is for high performers looking to 10x their training and nutrition results by becoming 10x more effective. Click here - https://go.muscleintelligence.com/high-performance-executive-report/   2. Join the Muscle Intelligence Community and connect with other men like you who want to uplevel their health and fitness. It's our new Facebook group where I coach members live, share what's working with my private clients and announce tickets to my upcoming trainings and events. Click here - https://www.muscleintelligence.com/community   3. Work with me 1-on-1 If you're a top performing executive or entrepreneur who wants a fully customized comprehensive health protocol and support from a team of world-class specialists, click here to speak with a member of my team to review all of your goals and options: https://www.muscleintelligence.com/apply?utm_campaign=YT   About Ben Ben Pakulski is the Chief Performance Officer to elite executives, successful entrepreneurs, and top athletes.With over 25 years of experience, he coaches high achievers to build the physical, psychological, and metabolic resilience required to lead at the highest level. As the creator of the Muscle Intelligence framework, Ben specializes in aligning biology and behavior to drive sustained peak performance. His mission is to redefine what's possible for people in their prime and push the boundaries of human potential.   Episode Time Stamps: 00:00 - Why Your T Is Crashing 05:02 - Comfort Is Killing You 07:35 - You're Not Overstressed 10:16 - No Challenge, No Testosterone 12:14 - Broken Circadian Rhythm 15:04 - Toxic Food & Water 19:32 - Alcohol, Weed & Low T 21:43 - Modern Toxin Overload 23:04 - Porn & Intimacy Collapse 25:09 - Men Need Brotherhood 32:47 - 10/10 Results, 6/10 Effort 37:36 - 10 Science-Backed T Boosters

This episode sponsored by Vita Bella Health LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this Dropping Bombs episode, Phil Vella, the former Cisco software sales "godfather" who helped scale the company from $0 to $5B, reveals a data-first playbook for hormones, peptides, and performance. Now running Vita Bella Health, Vella explains the anti-aging protocols, why comprehensive bloodwork is crucial, the reasons behind low testosterone in young men, and the safe, physician-supervised use of peptides and GLP-1s—avoiding sketchy "not for human consumption" products.   Learn how to structure your health like a sales machine, the key labs that matter, and why recovery is leverage, not a luxury. You'll also hear how properly dosed female testosterone can transform energy, mood, and relationships. This episode provides a framework for entrepreneurs to sell harder, sleep deeper, and perform longer by upgrading both their business and the body that runs it.

On this episode of Vitality Radio, Jared continues his deep dive into one of the most overlooked health threats of our time: endocrine-disrupting chemicals. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, hit pause and go back — the two episodes build on each other, and the full picture will make far more sense when heard in order.Here, we shift from identifying the problem to showing you how to clear it from your system naturally. This episode breaks down the detoxification phase of the long-awaited Endocrine Detox Protocol — built around four targeted formulas designed to support receptor clearance, liver pathways, gut integrity, and calcium balance to support healthy hormone signaling.If you've been struggling with stubborn symptoms, slow progress, or hormone fluctuations despite “doing everything right,” this episode will help you understand what's been missing — and how to finally address the upstream causes that matter.Products:LiverVitalityEndoCleanseBack On TractVital D3/K2 High PotencyVital D3/K2Magnesium BisglycinateAdditional Information:#588: The Hidden Epidemic Part 1: How Endocrine Disruptors Are Hijacking Your Health#507: Comprehensive Digestive Support to Get Your Gut ‘Back On Tract'!#565: D3, K2, Boron, and Silica: The Ultimate Synergy for Bones, Hormones, Arteries, and More!#258: Your Magnesium User's GuideVisit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalitynutritionbountiful and @vitalityradio on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.

On this episode of Vitality Radio, Jared opens part one of a powerful new series on what he calls the hidden epidemic—the widespread and silent impact of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) on hormones, brain chemistry, metabolism, and long-term health. After more than a year and a half of deep research, Jared and his wife Jen have uncovered how these chemicals mimic hormones, block receptors, interfere with detox pathways, disrupt neurotransmitters, and contribute to challenges like fatigue, low motivation, stubborn weight gain, PMS, anxiety, sleep struggles, and declining testosterone in both men and women.This episode explains why the endocrine system is struggling more than ever, how EDCs create thyroid chaos, hormonal imbalance, and neurochemical disruption, and what steps you can begin taking right now to start clearing these compounds from your environment and your body. If you've been dealing with symptoms that “don't match” your lab work, if you've struggled to feel balanced despite doing the right things, or if you've suspected environmental chemicals may be affecting you or your family, make sure to listen to Part 2 and stay tuned for future episodes. This is a big issue, but there are real answers and we are bringing them to you very soon on Vitality Radio.Products:LiverVitalityEndoCleanseBack On TractVital D3/K2Source Naturals Nattokinase 50mg - Vitality Radio POW! Product of the Week $11.99 per bottle (almost 70% off) with PROMO CODE: POW18Additional Information:Vitamin K2 and the Calcium Paradox: How a Little-Known Vitamin Could Save Your Life by Dr. Kate RhéaumeVisit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalitynutritionbountiful and @vitalityradio on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.

In this powerful episode, board-certified urologist Dr. Kelly Casperson exposes the gender bias in medicine and reveals why testosterone may be the missing link in women's mood, motivation, and longevity. One of the few female urologists in the U.S., Dr. Kelly is rewriting the narrative on hormones—explaining why testosterone isn't “just for men” and why, after 90 years, the FDA still hasn't approved it for women. Her message is clear: women are not broken. Whether you're in your 30s, perimenopause, or beyond, this episode will change how you see your biology—and your power. About Dr. Casperson Dr. Kelly Casperson is a urologist, author, speaker, and educator transforming the way women understand their bodies. She empowers women of all ages to embrace sexual health, hormone balance, and intimacy with confidence and curiosity. With humor and candor, she dismantles shame-based myths and teaches one powerful truth: You Are Not Broken. Follow Dr. Kelly Casperson: Instagram: @kellycaspersonmd Podcast: You Are Not Broken Website: https://kellycaspersonmd.com/ *** Subscribe to The Neuro Experience for more conversations at the intersection of brain science and performance. I'm committed to bringing you evidence-based insights that you can apply to your own health journey. *** A huge thank you to my sponsors for supporting this episode. Check them out and enjoy exclusive discounts: Troscriptions: Go to https://www.troscriptions.com/neuro | Code: NEURO for 10% your first order Ketone IQ: Go to https://www.ketone.com/NEURO for 30% OFF your subscription order Timeline: Head to https://timeline.com/neuro to get 20% off Manukora: Head to https://www.manukora.com/neuro to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit. Brickhouse Nutrition: Check out the university study and get 20% off when you use promo code NEURO at https://brickhousenutrition.com. Jones Road Beauty:  Head to https://Jonesroadbeauty.com and use code NEURO at checkout. *** I'm Louisa Nicola — clinical neurophysiologist — Alzheimer's prevention specialist — founder of Neuro Athletics. My mission is to translate cutting-edge neuroscience into actionable strategies for cognitive longevity, peak performance, and brain disease prevention. If you're committed to optimizing your brain — reducing Alzheimer's risk — and staying mentally sharp for life, you're in the right place. Stay sharp. Stay informed. Join thousands who subscribe to the Neuro Athletics Newsletter → https://bit.ly/3ewI5P0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisanicola_/ Twitter : https://twitter.com/louisanicola_ Topics discussed: 00:00 – Intro 03:14 – From Sex Ed to Menopause 05:15 – FDA Bias & Hormone Approval 07:26 – Redefining HRT as PET (Progesterone, Estrogen, Testosterone) 07:51 – Hormones 101 & Testosterone Misconceptions 10:13 – Perimenopause vs. Stress 11:51 – The “Bricks of the House” Analogy 13:57 – Symptoms of Low Testosterone in Women 15:15 – Lab Values vs. Reality 17:14 – DHEA & Supplementation 20:10 – Emotions on Testosterone 21:23 – Testosterone & Mental Health 22:33 – Vitamin D & Hormone Synergy 23:07 – Debunking Testosterone Myths 26:35 – The “Married-Only” Paradox 27:14 – Perimenopause Misdiagnosis 28:19 – Myth #2 – Masculinization Fear 29:15 – Fertility & Testosterone 30:07 – Pregnancy & Safety 31:01 – Blood Tests Explained 32:41 – Dr. Casperson's Book & Treatment Guidance 33:24 – Contraindications & Safety 34:06 – Breast-Cancer Data 35:12 – The Menopause Divorce Rate 36:47 – Untreated Menopause & Relationships 39:25 – Testifying at the FDA 41:35 – The Estrogen Box Warning 43:35 – Why the FDA Still Hasn't Acted 45:59 – Risk Tolerance Gap 46:17 – Systemic Discrimination in Medicine 47:28 – Neurological Protection of Testosterone 48:11 – Alzheimer's & Hormone Decline 50:11 – Prevention vs. Treatment 52:04 – Brain Receptors & Protection 55:14 – The Brain Literally Eats Itself 57:18 – FDA Hearing Reflection  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices