How To Maximize Hormones *And* Maintain Fertility (+ Are Old-School Approaches To Testosterone DANGEROUS or INEFFECTIVE?) With Dr. Cameron Sepah of Maximus Tribe.
Ben Greenfield
Oct 26, 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Reevaluate testosterone lab ranges for optimal health
Standard testosterone lab reference ranges are problematic because they aren't age-referenced and include data from a largely unhealthy population, making 'normal' a poor indicator of 'optimal'.
Address male fertility crisis to prevent zero sperm count by 2050
If the current trend continues, society could theoretically hit a sperm count of zero by 2050, highlighting a massive and growing male fertility problem.
Avoid cheap at-home blood tests for accurate results
The common and cheap 'dried blood spot' tests are often inaccurate due to collection issues and temperature sensitivity, making them less reliable than whole-blood collection devices.
Stimulate testosterone production with Enclomiphene for fertility
Unlike injectable TRT which shuts down natural production, Enclomiphene stimulates your body to produce more testosterone, increasing testicular volume and fertility.
Choose purified Enclomiphene over Clomid for better mood stability
Clomid contains an estrogen-like molecule called Zuclomiphene that causes moodiness, making purified Enclomiphene a superior option for men.
Utilize modern oral testosterone to bypass liver toxicity
Modern oral testosterone is designed to be absorbed via the lymphatic system with fats, bypassing first-pass liver metabolism and avoiding the liver toxicity of older oral steroids.
Utilize oral testosterone to naturally regulate estrogen levels
Oral and topical testosterone preferentially metabolize into DHT, which acts as the body's natural aromatase inhibitor, often eliminating the need for AI drugs.
Combine enclomiphene with oral testosterone to maintain LH and FSH levels
Combining Enclomiphene with oral testosterone can mitigate the suppressive effects of the exogenous testosterone, maintaining normal LH and FSH levels.
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