Episode#15: The Testosterone Boosting Blueprint

Summary

Welcome to a two part series on all things testosterone and hormones. In this episode, Coach Kyle and Dr. K discuss the importance of testosterone, its effects on drive and libido, and the factors that can decrease testosterone levels. They also explore natural ways to increase testosterone and the different forms of testosterone replacement therapy. The episode covers topics such as the optimal range of testosterone, the effects of toxins on testosterone levels, and the various options for testosterone replacement. The episode concludes with a discussion on dosage and cost, as well as a preview of the topics to be covered in Part 2.

 

Takeaways

• Testosterone is important for both men and women and plays a role in drive, libido, muscle gain, and mental health.
• The normal range of testosterone may not be optimal, and individualized treatment is necessary.
• Toxins in the environment, such as chemicals and growth hormones in dairy, can contribute to decreasing testosterone levels.
• Natural ways to increase testosterone include improving diet and lifestyle, strength training, and optimizing sleep.
• Testosterone replacement therapy options include injections, creams, gels, pellets, and pills, with injections being the most common and cost-effective.
• Dosage and treatment should be personalized and monitored regularly to achieve optimal testosterone levels.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

01:31 The Role and Optimal Levels of T in Men and Women 

07:05 Why are Testosterone Levels Decreasing

11:37 Lifestyle Changes for Optimal T

13:37 Supplementing for Testosterone

15:19 Injections

19:44 Pellets

21:38 Gel or Cream Based Options

23:09 Pills

24:34 Dosage Breakdowns

27:40 What is the Cost of These Options?

28:55 Part 2 Teaser + Conclusion 

 

Sponsors

This episode is sponsored by Toxic Roots.  The optimal resource for online health coaching for optimizing performance and removing toxins. Click on the link below to get started on finding your toxic roots. 

 

Website: https://www.toxicrootswellness.com/

Instagram: @toxicrootswellness

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Sources

https://site-akiajqrf22xmaqzsiz6q.s3.amazonaws.com/DDI+Website/News/html/New+Testosterone+Trial+in+Men+(TRAVERSE)+Promising+for+Cardiovascular+Health.html

 

People

Peak Performance 

• Website: https://peakperformancepodcast.online/
• On Instagram: @thepeakperformancepod
• On X: @PeakPerformPod

Dr. K 

• On Instagram @theosteodoc

Coach Kyle 

• On Instagram @toxinfreekyle