Podcasts about Testosterone

A doctor told me my testosterone was normal. It was 240 — the level of a 70-year-old man. I was 32.I believed him. That one word, "normal," almost cost me everything.No energy. No drive. A body that had quietly given up — and a system that kept telling me I was fine. This is the story of what "normal" actually costs you, and the night everything caught up with me.If you've ever been told you're fine while you don't feel fine, watch this.Core Medical Group (Hormone Replacement Therapy)https://linktw.in/zJucWtReclaim the Man Within FREE Series - https://linktw.in/wIkEXA

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In the final episode of this three-part series, Dr. Nichols dives into the debate around higher testosterone levels, aromatase inhibitors, estradiol management, and the idea that every man should fit into the same “normal” or “optimal” hormone range.Dr. Nichols challenges the belief that estradiol must be aggressively controlled in men on testosterone and explains why symptoms, physiology, and clinical response matter more than chasing one specific lab number.Dr. Nichols also discusses why some men may need higher testosterone levels to feel their best, why suppressing estradiol may interfere with some of testosterone's benefits, and why providers should be cautious about treating lab values instead of treating patients.This episode brings the entire series full circle with one core message: follow evidence, not ideology.Connect with Victory Men's Health:Website: https://www.victorymenshealth.com/Podcast: https://www.victorymenshealth.com/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorymenshealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorymenshealthAmy Stuttle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amystuttle/Connect with Dr. Keith Nichols and Tier 1 Health & Wellness:Tier 1 Health & Wellness: https://tier1hw.com/Dr. Keith Nichols Bio: https://tier1hw.com/personnel/keith-nichols/Tier 1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tier1healthandwellnessTier 1 Health & Wellness Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tier-1-health-and-wellness-podcast/id1724352005Disclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to this episode does not establish a patient-provider relationship with Amy Stuttle, Victory Men's Health, Dr. Keith Nichols, Tier 1 Health & Wellness, or any guest featured on the podcast.Always consult with your own qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication, supplement, hormone therapy, or treatment plan. Individual results may vary, and medical decisions should be made based on your personal health history, symptoms, lab work, risk factors, and an appropriate clinical evaluation.

Fix Leaky Gut, Boost Testosterone & Slash Endotoxins with Spore-Based Probiotics | Kiran KrishnanYour bad gut bacteria might be the reason your testosterone, your immune system, and even your sperm count are struggling, and most probiotics never survive long enough to fix it. This episode reveals which strains actually make it through your stomach acid alive, and what happens once they do. Go To JustThriveHealth.com/asprey for a free 90 day supply of bitters with your next subscription. Host Dave Asprey sits down with research microbiologist Kiran Krishnan, co-founder of Microbiome Labs, the leading microbiome therapeutics brand among healthcare professionals. He has published multiple peer-reviewed studies, holds global patents, and has spent 20 years building companies focused on the science of the microbiome. His work centers on spore-based probiotics, the rare strains proven to survive the stomach's brutal acidity and actually rebuild the gut from the inside out. Kiran and Dave break down why 98 percent of conventional probiotics die before they ever reach your gut, and why spore-forming bacteria are different. They dig into the "gelding effect," the well-documented pathway where endotoxins from bad gut bacteria shut down testosterone production and drive up cortisol, and how fixing your microbiome can reverse it. They cover the connection between endotoxemia and nearly every major marker of aging, metabolism, and inflammation, why butyrate acts like a natural GLP-1 for fat loss, how Akkermansia can upregulate mitochondria and improve blood sugar control, and the surprising role vitamin K2 plays in bone density and functional medicine. This is biohacking at the cellular level, using ancient biology, fasting-adjacent metabolic pathways, and precision supplementation to optimize human performance from the gut up. You'll Learn: Why 98 percent of probiotics die in your stomach before they ever work What the "gelding effect" is and how gut bacteria can shut down testosterone How endotoxins drive inflammation, cortisol, and accelerated aging Why butyrate functions like a natural, low-cost alternative to GLP-1 drugs How Akkermansia improves mitochondrial function and blood sugar control The overlooked link between your microbiome and vitamin K2 production Why spore-based probiotics can survive gastric acid when most others cannot How 90 days of gut repair can measurably reduce circulating endotoxins Keywords: best probiotics that survive stomach acid, spore based probiotics benefits, gelding effect testosterone, endotoxins and testosterone, how to lower endotoxins, LPS gut bacteria, Akkermansia GLP-1 natural, gut bacteria and belly fat, vitamin K2 bone density, Kiran Krishnan microbiologist, Just Thrive probiotic, leaky gut symptoms, microbiome and testosterone, fecal transplant benefits, Dave Asprey, biohacking, longevity Resources: • Go To JustThriveHealth.com/asprey for a free 90 day supply of bitters with your next subscription • Learn More About All Of Just Thrive's Offerings At: https://justthrivehealth.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 Thank you to our sponsors! - ZenBud | Dave's Nervous System Biohack. Visit zenbud.health and use code DAVE15 at checkout for a discount. - BodyHealth | Visit BodyHealth.com and use code DAVE20 for 20% off your first purchase. - Redmond Real - Leaf Toothpaste | Go to https://redmond.com/asprey and use code ASPREY for 15% off your first order. - Show notes - ELITE Performance Coaching | If you'd like to discover where you may be addicted to struggle, allergic to success, and what may be standing between you and your next breakthrough, visit FastestChange.com Timestamps: 00:00 – Trailer 00:38 – Kiran Intro 02:01 – Stomach Acid & Probiotics 05:25 – Fauci & Spore Bacteria 13:58 – Losing Gut Diversity 19:01 – How Butyrate Is Made 22:11 – Dave's Personal Stack 24:00 – Quorum Sensing 31:26 – Endotoxins Explained 37:13 – Charcoal & Binders 39:41 – SIBO & Gut Bacteria 45:03 – Discovering Vitamin K2 49:33 – Gelding Effect & Testosterone 54:51 – Akkermansia & Weight Loss 01:02:17 – Role of Bitters 01:04:47 – Just Thrive Gift See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do higher levels of testosterone make for more effective soldiers? Pete Hegseth thinks so.  On Today's Show:Jeremy Faust, emergency medicine physician, public health researcher and author of the Inside Medicine Substack, talks about the confirmation hearing for the potential new CDC director, and why some senators were surprised by her answers, plus why Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is requiring servicemembers to have their testosterone tested. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Months ago, Eddie got his testosterone checked and found out he suffers from Low T. He's been working ever since to get his number back up in a healthy range. He just went to the doctor...what are his new results? Bobby shared a crazy story about a woman who gave birth on a cruise ship after having no idea she was pregnant. Amy also shared the story of her friend giving birth in a bathroom. We talked about a man hit with a $1.3 Million hospital bill following a snake bite and is turning to asking the public for help to pay for it. Lunchbox shares the reason he is deathly afraid of snakes. It leads us to talking about the first memories we can recall from our childhood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump's war with Iran is exposing a growing fracture inside the MAGA coalition. As the conflict continues, young America First voices—including Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, and Nick Fuentes—are increasingly at odds with the Christian nationalist and Christian Zionist establishment that continues to support Israel and the war. Brad Onishi, Matthew D. Taylor, and Holly Berkley Fletcher discuss the expanding Iran conflict, the Strait of Hormuz, the threat of a wider regional war, and why the consequences could become increasingly difficult for the Trump administration to contain ahead of the midterm elections. They also examine the generational divide within MAGA, the rise of anti-Semitism and Christian Zionism on the far right, and the growing influence of young online figures who may shape what comes after Trump. The conversation also turns to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's obsession with testosterone, masculinity, and the “warrior” ideal. What does the push to increase testosterone levels in the military reveal about Christian nationalism, the manosphere, evangelical purity culture, gender politics, and the growing ideological influence of the far right inside the U.S. military? This episode explores the intersection of Christian nationalism, MAGA politics, the Iran war, Israel, anti-Semitism, Christian Zionism, masculinity, testosterone, Pete Hegseth, authoritarianism, and the future of the American right. If you value independent reporting and analysis on religion, politics, and democracy, please support the Axis Mundi Network. Subscribe to the Axis Mundi Network on Substack:https://axismundinetwork.substack.comBecome a paid subscriber:https://axismundinetwork.substack.com... Support our work with a tax-deductible donation:https://www.irmce.org/donateVisit the Institute for Religion, Media, and Civic Engagement (IRMCE):https://www.irmce.org#ChristianNationalism #MAGA #Trump #Iran #PeteHegseth #ChristianZionism #Politics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr Vin Gupta on How To Stay Healthy in Trump's Summer of WTF. Every six months, Paul brings in a doctor the country can actually trust. This time it's Dr. Vin Gupta — pulmonologist, ICU physician, Air Force Reserve major, and one of the sharpest independent voices on public health in America. They open with the human cost of Trump's Iran policy as a third service member's death is confirmed, then move to the Pentagon, where Pete Hegseth is pushing blanket testosterone screening for men over 30 while simultaneously making flu vaccines optional. Gupta, who has spent fourteen years in military medicine, calls it what it is: culture-war medicine with no readiness justification, dressed up as toughness while units at Lackland get sidelined by preventable flu outbreaks. From there the conversation widens. Wildfire smoke is no longer a Western problem — over thirty states now see native wildfires in a given year, and New York skies look like Seattle's used to. Gupta lays out concrete, no-nonsense steps to protect your indoor air and your family's lungs while the federal government abdicates. They dig into the cyclospora outbreak tied to Taco Bell suppliers, why you can't trust the current FDA's messaging, and what to actually do if you or a loved one gets sick. It closes where the show always does — on hope, connection, and the small acts of vigilance that keep a family and a country whole. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Millions of American veterans are being locked out of primary elections in the country they served. See what we're doing to change that. -Visit Kalshi and trade on anything. Use code [INDEPENDENT] to get ten dollars when you trade ten. -Join Noble Mobile today and get a $100 bonus when you use code PAUL and stay a member for 2 months! -Join IVA and help us get independent veterans elected to office. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 16, 2026 - 5am: Recapping Blanche, Clayton confirmation hearings Preview: Trump primetime address tonight House GOP releases $95B funding bill with no offsets they hope to pass before the midterms More than 100 House Democrats vote to cut aid to Israel VP Vance's Secret service security detail "fed up" with personal and family travel requests U.S., Iran trade strikes for 5th straight day ICE lifts pause on traffic stops pause after Trump criticism Pentagon will begin testing troops for low testosterone To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the Habit Based Lifestyle Podcast, host Jesse Ewell breaks down why the biggest breakthroughs in business, health, marriage, and leadership don't come from more information – they come from your daily habits. Takeaways: From chiropractor to hormone expert: Dr. Mark went from traditional chiropractic and 6 neuropathy clinics to a cash-based hormone and peptide practice serving thousands. Insurance battle became the turning point: A 10‑year fight and a potential $4M clawback (which he ultimately won) pushed him to leave insurance and go all‑cash. "Normal" labs are not optimal: He focuses on free testosterone, SHBG, estradiol, and hematocrit, not just "normal" total T ranges. Low T shows up before libido issues: Brain fog, stubborn belly fat, poor gym results, and non‑restorative sleep are early warning signs. Men need estrogen too: Zeroing out estrogen wrecks recovery, sleep, mood, and erections; balance—not elimination—is the goal. Sub‑Q TRT works better for many: Easier injections, good absorption, and fewer estrogen/hematocrit issues than old-school IM shots. Hormones can change mental health trajectories: Optimizing testosterone has helped some men avoid or later taper psych meds (with their MDs). Peptides & NAD are the next layer: Tools like BPC‑157 + TB‑500, Glow/Clo, Mot‑C, and NAD are used for repair, fat utilization, energy, and anti-aging. You can't out-inject a bad lifestyle: Without protein, movement, sleep, hydration, and collagen, meds and peptides only "rent" results. Massive opportunity for chiropractors: Peptides are a projected $300B market, and patients will get them somewhere—quality sourcing (503A/503B) and real education matter. Content builds authority: Books, podcasts, and social media turned Dr. Mark into a recognized expert—and he urges practitioners to "embrace the suck" and start creating. Perfect for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and anyone looking to scale their business through social media. Click the link below and learn how Jesse and his team can help you achieve similar transformative results. To find out more about the VIP weight loss system email me directly or reach out on socila media. Learn more about Jesse though the following links:   VIP WEIGHT LOSS SYSTEM HBL Lifestyle Secrets Group on Facebook Personal Website HBL Website Instagram Email

Send us Fan MailAaron and Peaches sit down to talk Blue Angels flyovers, testosterone testing, military medicine, height-to-waist standards, and why the military has to get serious about health before people break.The episode starts with the Blue Angels beach flyover debate and whether something can be technically questionable while still being completely awesome. Then the guys get into the bigger conversation around the Department of War pushing testosterone checks for men over 30, why the military medical system has resisted basic hormone testing for years, and how operator syndrome, traumatic brain injuries, cortisol dysfunction, vitamin D deficiency, and low free testosterone can wreck performance and mental health.Aaron talks through his own fight to get blood work done, what the military missed, and why private-sector care finally helped him understand the difference between total testosterone and free testosterone.The conversation also hits height-to-waist standards, fat bodies in uniform, why some people will get flagged unfairly, and why most people need to stop making excuses. The bottom line: fitness is not just about looking good in uniform. It affects mental health, cognitive performance, readiness, durability, and who you become after the military.Check out Tasty Gains:TastyGains.comRegister for Operator Training Summit:OperatorTrainingSummit.comChapters:00:00 - Intro, Tasty Gains, and Operator Training Summit03:02 - Blue Angels Flyover Controversy03:39 - Unsafe vs. Inappropriate05:00 - Why Professionals Change the Risk Equation06:59 - Was the Flyover Necessary?08:22 - Pensacola, Nellis, and Airshow Culture09:20 - Testosterone Testing in the Military10:37 - What the Headlines Are Missing11:14 - Operator Syndrome and Low Testosterone12:11 - Fighting the Military Medical System12:55 - Vitamin D Deficiency in the Military14:34 - The Problem With “Normal” Testosterone Ranges16:00 - Trying to Raise Testosterone Naturally17:14 - Total Testosterone vs. Free Testosterone18:08 - TBI, Free Test, and Feeling Broken18:57 - Whoop Blood Work and Better Data19:19 - Breaking Down Institutional Resistance20:12 - Why This Could Lead to Better Screening21:02 - How the Referral System Fails People22:08 - Why Baseline Testing Matters22:34 - Trauma Medicine vs. Clinical Medicine23:55 - Military Medicine, COVID, and Bad Advice26:35 - Readiness Pressure and Medical Liability27:30 - SSRIs, Mental Health, and Missed Questions29:26 - The Military Health System Problem30:33 - Women, Hormones, and HRT30:42 - What to Ask Before Accepting Medication31:29 - Akron Bar Fight Story34:46 - Air Force Height-to-Waist Ratio35:11 - Body Composition Standards Come Back Around36:52 - Old BMI Standards and Fat Boy Programs37:19 - Height and Weight Charts39:41 - Peaches Tests the Calculator41:16 - When the Standard Misses Body Type42:40 - Trent's Monster Habit43:29 - Strategic Energy Drinks43:56 - Ten-Year-Old Crushes the Army PT Test45:30 - Kids, Discipline, and Internet Boundaries47:34 - Coaching Kids Through Hard Things48:25 - Wrestling Coach Motivation50:38 - Height-to-Waist and Job Performance51:40 - Human Performance and Mental Health52:34 - Obesity, COVID, and Comorbidities53:54 - Water, Sunlight, Nutrition, and Fitness55:26 - What People Cut First When Life Gets Busy55:42 - Sleep as a Performance Enhancer56:43 - Why Fitness Improves Mental Health58:26 - Confidence, Attraction, and Looking Better59:45 - Extrinsic Motivation Still Counts01:01:12 - Final Thoughts and Members-Only PreviewSupport the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page:  HERERegister for our Operator Training Summit:  OperatorTrainingSummit.comFind an Air Force Recruiter: AirForce.comCollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code:  ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code):  ATACLeteDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code:  ONESREADYDFND Apparel...

Pre-order Keto Flex Revised and get free bonuses at: https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM Why do some people hit their 40s and 50s already fighting belly fat, brain fog, and fatigue, while others feel incredible in their 60s and 70s? Ben Azadi sits down with Dave Asprey, the founder of Bulletproof and the man who put biohacking on the map, to break down what actually drives how fast you age, and how much of it is in your control. What we get into: Why there is no single "anti-aging" answer, and how it comes down to your mitochondria and your own biology The "take less hits" principle, and the everyday hits quietly aging you (starting with light at night) Why community may be the single most powerful longevity tool there is The testosterone conversation most doctors are still too scared to have, and where Dave thinks Peter Attia got it wrong Biological age vs calendar age, aging clocks, and the two dead-simple predictors of how long you will live Nicotine as a longevity and brain tool, the right dose, and why quitting cold turkey can backfire GLP-1 drugs, seed oils, olive oil, and the one fat most people are missing A wild real-world case: the gut bug behind an ED problem that no medication could fix One line to remember: don't chase what's supposed to work, chase what actually works. Guest: Dave Asprey, founder of Bulletproof, the father of biohacking, and creator of the Unlimited Life longevity program. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website: http://www.benazadi.com

Pentagon plans widespread testosterone screening for troops; New study claims arthroscopic surgery for age-related degenerative changes of knees is worthless; Widely touted “precision” proton therapy doesn't outperform conventional radiation treatment for prostate cancer; Comparing the effectiveness of gummies and liquids vs. tablet or capsule forms of supplements; Supplements to lower LDL; Lithium orotate for Alzheimer's prevention; Novel ultrasound treatment may target inflammation in osteoarthritis; Researchers explore antiviral treatments for multiple sclerosis.  

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Lucas Edwards is a physician assistant with OSF Medical Group - Primary Care in Godfrey, IL. He joins Megan Lynch on the heels of US Defense Secretary's calls for testosterone testing and supplements for men in the military. How is testing for low testosterone done?

Testosterone replacement therapy can have serious consequences for male fertility, often dropping sperm counts to zero within months. This episode covers how TRT impacts sperm production, fertility-preserving options, and recovery timelines for men who want kids. To learn more, visit https://trtaustralia.com/can-you-be-on-trt-and-have-kids-effects-on-fertility-explained/ TRT Australia City: Hurstville Address: 7–11 The Avenue Website: https://trtaustralia.com/

Plus, the FCC Commissioners took lavish gifts from the company they regulate and who gets to own Your local news? Pete Hegseth drops a new video mandating ‘Testosterone Replacement Therapy' for US Soldiers. And Big Lie Alert. Did American Missiles Kill 120 Children? Trump Says Maybe It's AI.`Plus Congressman Mark Pocan.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Testosterone doesn't cause violence, but it amplifies reactions. This Behave book summary reveals the surprising neuroscience behind our decisions.

In Part 2 of this three-part series, Dr. Keith Nichols discusses one of the most debated and misunderstood areas of testosterone therapy: estradiol.For years, many men have been taught to fear estrogen, chase a specific estradiol number, or use aromatase inhibitors to “control” estrogen while on testosterone. But the physiology is much more nuanced.In this episode, Dr. Nichols explains why testosterone does not act alone. Testosterone works through testosterone itself, DHT, and estradiol — and estradiol is not simply a side effect. It plays an important role in sexual function, body composition, cardiovascular health, bone health, and overall androgen response.Dr. Nichols discusses why aromatization matters, why suppressing estradiol may interfere with some of testosterone's benefits, and why lab values need to be interpreted in clinical context rather than treated as isolated numbers.This is Part 2 of a 3-part series.Connect with Victory Men's Health:Website: https://www.victorymenshealth.com/Podcast: https://www.victorymenshealth.com/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorymenshealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorymenshealthAmy Stuttle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amystuttle/Connect with Dr. Keith Nichols and Tier 1 Health & Wellness:Tier 1 Health & Wellness: https://tier1hw.com/Dr. Keith Nichols Bio: https://tier1hw.com/personnel/keith-nichols/Tier 1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tier1healthandwellnessTier 1 Health & Wellness Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tier-1-health-and-wellness-podcast/id1724352005Disclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to this episode does not establish a patient-provider relationship with Amy Stuttle, Victory Men's Health, Dr. Keith Nichols, Tier 1 Health & Wellness, or any guest featured on the podcast.Always consult with your own qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication, supplement, hormone therapy, or treatment plan. Individual results may vary, and medical decisions should be made based on your personal health history, symptoms, lab work, risk factors, and an appropriate clinical evaluation.

Brad Stulberg is a bestselling author, performance coach to founders & elite athletes, and researcher on sustainable excellence, well-being, and behavior change. His new book, The Way of Excellence: A Guide to True Greatness and Deep Satisfaction in a Chaotic World, is a New York Times and USA Today bestseller. He's also the author of The Practice of Groundedness and Master of Change, and co-author of Peak Performance — books that have sold more than 500,000 copies and been translated into 20+ languages. He's on faculty at the University of Michigan, co-hosts the podcast excellence, actually, and writes regularly for the New York Times, with additional work in The Wall Street Journal and The Atlantic. He coaches founders, executives, and elite athletes — and has spent over a decade studying what actually separates world-class performers from people who just perform intensity.(02:00) Untangling worth from work(03:18) Mountains and passion(05:47) Clean fuel vs dirty(07:17) Simplicity over optimization(10:01) Stress rest growth cycle(11:14) Rest as the work(15:10) Digital Sabbath reset(18:33) Reclaiming focus(23:27) Dopamine fast reality(25:52) Excellence requires intimacy(29:15) Attention and mastery(32:57) Progress plateaus and curiosity(36:26) Learning mindset in sports(37:58) Steve Kerr values and perspective(40:50) Identity house minimum dose(45:15) Mental toughness responding(48:08) Nature nurture fit grit(51:39) Testosterone status and masculinity(56:05) Closing thanks and where to findBrad's websiteBrad's Instagram, Twitter, and SubstackThe Jitterbug phone

Chalene Johnson breaks down retatrutide, the peptide everyone is calling a GLP-3 and an Ozempic killer, cutting through the hype to get to what the science actually says. Eli Lilly's own clinical trials show weight loss results that beat anything semaglutide or tirzepatide has produced, but retatrutide is not FDA approved and is not legally available at any US pharmacy, which means almost nobody buying it online is actually getting the real thing. Chalene explains what retatrutide actually is (a triple agonist that adds glucagon receptor activity to the GLP-1 and GIP receptors already targeted by Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound), walks through what the phase three trial data really shows versus how it is being exaggerated online, and shares why an independent lab test of vials sold through TikTok, med spas, and Reddit found most contained only 7 to 14 percent of anything resembling the real molecule. She also unpacks the muscle preservation claims that are not backed by human data, the anhedonia and placebo effect reports circulating online, why bariatric surgery comparisons need context, and how to find a reputable source like Midi Health for anyone considering a GLP-1 through legitimate medical channels. Topics discussed: retatrutide, Ozempic, semaglutide, Wegovy, tirzepatide, Mounjaro, Zepbound, GLP-1, GLP-3, Eli Lilly, bariatric surgery, Midi Health, anhedonia, muscle wasting, peptides, BPC 157 Go Beyond The Podcast Join Chalene on her private podcast

Kara and Scott unpack the military's new testosterone screening program, Trump's election fraud obsession, and the growing food contamination outbreak. Then, they discuss OpenAI's first AI device, IBM's stock plunge, and New York's new restrictions on data centers. Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on Instagram and Threads at ⁠⁠@pivotpodcastofficial⁠⁠.Follow us on Bluesky at ⁠⁠@pivotpod.bsky.social⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok at ⁠⁠@pivotpodcast⁠⁠.Send us your questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or email pivot@voxmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In episode 2093, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian with a debut comedy special titled Dead Wife Pretty, Sally Ann Hall, to discuss… The Pentagon Will Start Testing For Testosterone Bro, JD Vance’s Secret Service Detail Hates Him And His Family? A Nightmare On Elm Street Is Getting (Another) Reboot and more! The High-T Department of War. U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth unveils plan to test troops for low testosterone Hegseth Plans to Screen All Troops, Including Women, for Low Testosterone Transgender Service Members Get Legal Victory Against Trump, Hegseth Secret Service said to be fed up with JD Vance’s ‘ridiculous’ travel requests New ‘Nightmare on Elm Street’ Movie in the Works From Paramount (Exclusive) New 'Nightmare on Elm Street' Movie: All Confirmed Details In 2025 U.S. Rights to ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ Have Reverted Back to Wes Craven’s Estate ‘Friday the 13th’ Screenwriter Wins Rights Battle Against Producer Peacock Promises a Terrible Time at Camp With ‘Crystal Lake’ Teaser and Photos LISTEN: PATCHWORK by Nate Smith w/ Kiefer, CARRTOONS, & Kenny BeatsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth takes a closer look at Trump and his team focusing on magnetic catapults and sperm counts as job growth slows, wildfire smoke blankets the U.S. and thousands of Americans suffer from explosive diarrhea.Then, Matt Damon talks about supporting Argentina during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, accidentally scaring Robert Pattinson with his character prep for The Odyssey and what it was like to squeeze into a real trojan horse for the film.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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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

Get ready for a fun edition of "Hot-take Holly." Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth now says that military service members 30 and older will get testosterone testing as part of their physicals. If the numbers are too low -- whatever that means -- they'll get some gender-affirming care in the form of testosterone replacement therapy. Dr. Rosemary Lesser, an Air Force veteran, former Utah State Representative, and retired physician, joins to share her military and medical expertise.

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John Maytham speaks to Professor Joel Dave, Associate Professor and Head of the Division of Endocrinology in the Department of Medicine at the University of Cape Town. As an endocrinologist specialising in hormone disorders, Prof. Dave joins us to explain what testosterone does in the body, what constitutes low testosterone, and whether routine screening of otherwise healthy adults is supported by medical evidence. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 16, 2026 - 6am: Recapping Blanche, Clayton confirmation hearings Preview: Trump primetime address tonight ICE lifts pause on traffic stops pause after Trump criticism Pentagon will begin testing troops for low testosterone U.S., Iran trade strikes for 5th straight day More than 100 House Democrats vote to cut aid to Israel VP Vance's Secret service security detail "fed up" with personal and family travel requests House GOP releases $95B funding bill with no offsets they hope to pass before the midterms MS NOW's Kevin Frey: House Democrats meet in secret to game plan Trump's midterm meddling WIRED's Hugo Lowell: Pentagon's bill for Iran war could exceed $100B   To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The news to know for Thursday, July 16, 2026! We'll tell you why President Trump overruled that new order for ICE officers that would have paused controversial traffic stops. And how some of Trump's top nominees answered tough questions on Capitol Hill. Also, the Pentagon's latest effort to make American troops stronger — it has to do with testosterone levels. Plus, a new way to spot Alzheimer's risk early is showing promise, OpenAI launched its first physical device, and the World Cup Championship game has been set. Those stories and even more news to know in about 15 minutes!    Join us every Mon-Fri for more daily news roundups!  See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Become an INSIDER to get AD-FREE episodes here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Get The NewsWorthy MERCH here: https://thenewsworthy.dashery.com/ Sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code NEWSWORTHYat oneskin.co/newsworthy #oneskinpod Our listeners can get 20% off their Rosetta Stone Sapphire subscription when they sign up today! Go to RosettaStone.com/newsworthy to get access to Rosetta Stone Sapphire in 25 languages. To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to ad-sales@libsyn.com    

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Chris Williams and Chris Hassel discuss why Tim Lester has Hawkeye fans optimistic about Iowa football's future, react to Lionel Messi and Argentina reaching another World Cup final, debate the current state of the Big 12, and break down Iowa State's long-awaited CyTown groundbreaking. Plus, thoughts on Caitlin Clark, Ben McCollum's basketball roster, and much more.

(July 16, 2026) Hegseth plans to screen all troops, including women, for low testosterone. Can a $14.2MIL partnership help fix Los Angeles’s struggling animal shelters. Americans are now into soccer. Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball up for auction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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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The highlight: Andrew Gasser joins Clay in studio for a high-T discussion on Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's new policy mandating annual testosterone screenings for all U.S. military service members 30 and older. They break down the benefits for warfighters (and civilians), TRT's impact on energy, mindset, and performance, the decline in men's testosterone, and the need to bring back real physical fitness standards like the old Presidential Physical Fitness Test (phased out under Obama, now returning in MS).

Donal O Shea, Specialist in Endocrinology discusses the scientific basis for testing for testosterone, and the implications of such a decision.

Henry Lake is in for Chad today talking about loving the World Cup, our smoky air, his apprehension about autonomous vehicles and Pete Hegseth announcing testosterone therapy now available for US military members.

Hormone optimization goes beyond testosterone and estrogen. In this episode of the Optimization Academy Podcast, Dr. Greg Jones talks with Ashley Madsen, PA-C, about why symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, low libido, weight changes, poor recovery, and perimenopause concerns often need a deeper, more personalized approach.They discuss why testosterone levels are dropping in younger men, why many women's hormone symptoms are dismissed or misunderstood, and how stress, sleep, toxins, lifestyle, body composition, and metabolic health can affect hormone balance. Ashley also breaks down common misconceptions around testosterone therapy, estrogen, progesterone, peptide therapy, genomics, and longevity medicine.If you've been searching for answers around low testosterone, perimenopause, fatigue, brain fog, weight resistance, hormone therapy, or recovery, this episode offers a practical look at what may actually be driving those changes, and why symptoms, labs, lifestyle, and personalized care all matter.

You can tell the fake one. You are convinced that it is the one you want to look like. It can'treplace the one that God made, but you will find that out in time. 

Send Zorba a message!Zorba discusses new studies about GLP-1 drugs: One says these drugs may increase testosterone in men; the other finds people are exercising less once taking these drugs. He helps a caller with questions about Vitamin D, a listener who is grappling with facial hair, and someone who lost their sense of taste and smell after mowing the lawn. Zorba also gets a saucy visit from the Grammar Cops.Support the showProduction, edit, and music by Karl ChristensonSend your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.orgStay well!

If you've spent any time in a gym, you've heard it: you need carbs to build muscle. It's gospel. Every bro coach and most personal trainers will tell you the same thing. The problem is it's not actually true. And my guest this week is living proof. Robert Sikes is a pro natural bodybuilder who has been ketogenic for 11 years, eating fewer than 20 grams of carbs a day the entire time. No rice, no grains, no oatmeal, none of the stuff bodybuilders are supposed to live on. And he competes and wins on the world stage. In 2023 he got down to 3.9% body fat, making him the leanest man on earth at the time. He's also the founder of Keto Brick, a shelf-stable high-fat food he originally created for his own competition prep because nothing like it existed. In this episode, we get into the carb and muscle myth, what 11 years of keto has actually done to his blood work, and the tradeoffs nobody on social media wants to talk about. The argument for carbs usually comes down to insulin, which is a powerful anabolic agent. Everything grows in the presence of insulin, muscle included. But as Sikes lays out, you don't need excess insulin to build muscle. You need a caloric surplus, enough protein, enough training intensity, and enough recovery. The rest is just body fat you'll have to lose later, and the athletes chasing muscle through exogenous insulin often pay a steep price for it. The same myth applies to testosterone. People assume Sikes must be running sky-high levels to look the way he does, but he isn't. He competes in natural federations that don't allow TRT, and his testosterone typically sits between 400 and 600. When he was at 3.9% body fat, it dropped to 87. That's not a level anyone would call healthy, but it proves you don't need elevated testosterone to build and hold muscle. I've experimented with TRT myself and walked away from it, and we get into why the negative feedback loop made it not worth it for either of us. Where the conversation really opens up is the philosophical side. When do you intervene and when do you accept what nature gave you? We talk about genetics versus lifestyle, why he doesn't try to cheat death, and why an athlete's identity shouldn't be wrapped up in their physical abilities, because we're all biodegradable vessels of meat and bone that eventually deteriorate. His whole family eats this way too, including his kids, whose first real food was a beef knuckle bone rather than rice cereal. About Robert Sikes:  Robert Sikes is a lifetime natural competitive bodybuilder and CEO of Keto Brick, who traded traditional bro-dieting for a strict ketogenic approach back in 2014 after developing disordered eating on a high-carb protocol. Since making the switch, he earned his WNBF pro status and became the leanest man in the world in 2023. He now dedicates his work to coaching others through his Savage System program and fueling performance through his Keto Brick — a 1,000-calorie ketogenic meal he originally created for his own contest prep. Website: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/savage-perspectivepodcast/id1169900822 Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Peluva! Peluva makes minimalist shoes to support optimal foot, back and joint health. I started wearing Peluvas several months ago, and I haven't worn regular shoes since. I encourage you to consider trading your sneakers or training shoes for a pair of Peluvas, and then watch the health of your feet and lower back improve while reducing your risk of injury.  To learn more about why I love Peluva barefoot shoes, check out my in-depth review: https://michaelkummer.com/health/peluva-review/  And use code MICHAEL to get 10% off your first pair: https://michaelkummer.com/go/peluva  In this episode: 00:00 Intro 01:42 Building muscle without carbs 05:02 Insulin, anabolism, and keto 07:53 Testosterone, TRT, and HRT 22:10 Injuries, identity, and aging 30:37 Balancing keto with real life 33:41 Raising a ketogenic family 35:52 Bloodwork, diet, and long-term competing 44:07 Keto Brick and fueling performance 47:41 Wrap Up Find me on social media for more health and wellness content: Website: https://michaelkummer.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelKummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primalshiftpodcast/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/michaelkummer/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/mkummer82 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmichaelkummer/ [Medical Disclaimer] The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. 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Send Zorba a message!Zorba discusses new studies about GLP-1 drugs: One says these drugs may increase testosterone in men; the other finds people are exercising less once taking these drugs. He helps a caller with questions about Vitamin D, a listener who is grappling with facial hair, and someone who lost their sense of taste and smell after mowing the lawn. Zorba also gets a saucy visit from the Grammar Cops.Support the showProduction, edit, and music by Karl ChristensonSend your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.orgStay well!

The Learning Leader Show with Ryan Hawk www.LearningLeader.com New Book - The Price of Becoming - www.LearningLeader.com/Becoming This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. My guest: Ezekiel J. "Zeke" Emanuel, MD, PhD, is a prominent oncologist, bioethicist, and health policy expert. Currently Vice Provost for Global Initiatives at the University of Pennsylvania, he was instrumental in shaping the Affordable Care Act and served as the founding chair of the Department of Bioethics at the National Institutes of Health. Key Learnings Zeke's dad was called "Speedy." He was a Chicago pediatrician who worked 24-hour call, walked so fast the nurses had to run to keep up, and had a rule: the fourth child in any family was free. He recognized the financial strain on families and just wouldn't charge. Zeke's mom was the definition of the anti-helicopter parent. At the playground, she sat on the bench. At the beach, she dropped the boys off with a blanket and a snack. "You go play. Something goes wrong? Okay, that's how it goes." That's how three future powerhouse leaders learned to negotiate, create, and figure it out. The Emanuel brothers' group text is full of bragging. Zeke posted his 51.9 VO2 max score at 68 years old, asking, "Do I win in the family?" His kids replied that they don't even read the articles Zeke and Rahm forward anymore. Close doesn't mean uncompetitive. A dozen years ago, Zeke wrote his most famous article, "Why I Hope to Die at 75." He still stands by it. The point wasn't that he wants to die. The point is that after 75, he won't take medical treatments meant to prolong life.  By age 75, 30% of adults have Alzheimer's or cognitive impairment. By 80, it's 40%. Zeke doesn't want to be remembered as a doddering old man who can't recognize his own family. Living a long time is a means, not an end. It's not the goal of life. It's what allows you to be present, engaged, and useful for the years you have. Biohacking is a lie: It suggests you know better than millions of years of evolution and the entire medical profession. The body isn't about maxing. It's about balance. Too much immune response gives you autoimmunity. Too little makes you sick. The body finds health in the median. You're not going to be perfect over decades. Wellness isn't a four-minute figure skating routine graded on execution. It's a lifetime practice. So build habits you enjoy and can sustain without thinking about them. Zeke's six simple rules for a long and healthy life: Don't be a schmuck. Avoid activities riskier than driving. Smoking, vaping, base jumping, climbing Everest. Talk to people. The number one predictor of a long, happy life. Expand your mind. Travel. Talk to the chef. Learn something new. Eat your ice cream. Moderation over perfection. Fermented foods and fiber. Move. Aerobic, strength, and flexibility. All three. Sleep like a baby. You can't will it. But you can create the conditions. The Harvard Adult Development Study followed people for 85 years. John F. Kennedy was in it. Ben Bradlee was in it. The finding: close friends and being married correlated with the healthiest, longest, happiest lives. Not exercise. Not diet. Relationships. Having no close friends is equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. That's how bad loneliness is for you. It's not just psychological. It's physical. Introverts get the same happiness boost from social interaction as extroverts. A University of Chicago study by Nicholas Epley found that introverts assume they won't enjoy talking to strangers on their commute. They were wrong. When they did it, they were just as happy as extroverts. Take the headphones off. Zeke has been telling people this since the iPod era. Random encounters increase your surface area for luck, learning, and connection. You never know who you're going to meet or what they might tell you. To be interesting, you have to be interested. Zeke asks to meet the chef at every great restaurant. He asks his Ethiopian Uber driver which tribe he's from. He talks to the person on the plane. It's virtuous. Good for you AND good for them. Zeke's hero is Ben Franklin. Franklin came back to America at 80 after negotiating the end of the Revolutionary War. The first thing he did was build a library for his curiosity and a dining room for his social dinners. That's the way to live. The wellness trifecta: hosting a dinner party with curious people. You're eating good food. You're getting together with people. Your mind is being stretched by great conversation. Three benefits from one activity. Zeke is anti-wellness-industrial-complex. Peptides from your corner store: disaster, unregulated, no idea what's in them. Testosterone replacement therapy without a real deficiency: bad idea, accelerates prostate cancer. Growth hormone for aging: promotes cancers. That's being a schmuck. Sleep is the one wellness practice you can't will yourself into. You can only build the conditions for it. Dark room. Cool temperature. No caffeine or alcohol eight hours before bed. Phone in another room. Read a book. Everything else is up to your body. Ice cream actually decreases your risk of type 2 diabetes. The fat content softens the glycemic response. Plus, you usually eat it with other people. Social eating matters. Zeke's champagne moment a year from now: finishing his next book on how to fix the American healthcare system, and turning 70. Reflection Questions Are you optimizing for length of life, or for the quality of years you actually get?  When was the last time you turned your headphones off, introduced yourself to a stranger, or asked to meet the chef?  Who are the friends you rely on for social interaction? Not casual acquaintances, but the ones who lift your health, longevity, and happiness. When did you last make plans with them? More Learning #607 - Dr. Meg Meeker - Raising Resilient Kids (Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters) #690 - Austin Kleon - Why Activated Leaders Win #682 - Will Guidara - Adversity is a Terrible Thing to Waste