Women — You Need To Hear THIS! Testosterone & Steroids For a Better Body, How To Have Mind-Blowing, Juicy Sex (Throughout Menopause and Beyond!) & Much More With Dr. Amie Hornaman

Ben Greenfield

20 jul 2024

Episode description

Low libido... brain fog... and decreased muscle mass — many women face these issues without realizing they could be linked to hormone imbalances, particularly low testosterone levels.

As you navigate through perimenopause or menopause, the overlapping symptoms can be confusing and frustrating, making it difficult to pinpoint the root cause and find effective solutions.

In this episode, Dr. Amie Hornaman and I dive deep into the often-overlooked aspects of hormone management, with a special focus on testosterone's pivotal role in women's health. From understanding the complex interactions between testosterone and thyroid levels to exploring the best methods for hormone testing, you'll receive a comprehensive guide to optimizing your hormone balance. You'll also gain insights into various testosterone replacement methods, strategies to manage side effects, and tips on integrating peptide therapy for enhanced recovery and growth hormone levels. Whether you're seeking to boost your libido, enhance cognitive function, or maintain muscle mass, this episode offers practical advice to help you achieve your health goals.

Dr. Amie Hornaman first joined me on the popular episode: "What Doctors Won’t Tell You About Your Thyroid, Little-Known Hacks To Improve Thyroid Function, The Best Thyroid Supplements & Much More With Dr. Amie Hornaman." In that show, she revealed the science behind her Fixxr™ supplement line, which has now become a widely used supplement among my clients and listeners who are looking for natural thyroid optimization.

Dr. Amie is a nutritionist, dietitian, and functional medicine practitioner in Erie, Pennsylvania. She has been practicing privately since 1997 and is known as "The Thyroid-Fixer" for her expertise in thyroid and hormone optimization. Dr. Amie also hosts the popular podcast The Thyroid Fixer, serving as a leading voice in medicine and alternative health.

She is a certified functional medicine practitioner, a women's hormone specialist, and has a doctorate in clinical nutrition. Dr. Amie helps patients navigate thyroid and hormone supplements and provides thyroid support resources. Dr. Amie's patients are located around the world, including the US, UK, and Australia, and she uses telehealth to help thousands of patients each year.

Whether you’re curious about how to naturally boost your testosterone, wondering about the safest ways to begin hormone replacement therapy, or looking for tips on maintaining balanced hormone levels, this episode is packed with valuable information!

Full Show Notes: BenGreenfiel

Episode description

Low libido... brain fog... and decreased muscle mass — many women face these issues without realizing they could be linked to hormone imbalances, particularly low testosterone levels.

As you navigate through perimenopause or menopause, the overlapping symptoms can be confusing and frustrating, making it difficult to pinpoint the root cause and find effective solutions.

Full Show Notes: BenGreenfiel

Mindsip insights from this episode:

Avoid applying testosterone cream to clitoris to prevent clitoromegaly

Applying testosterone cream directly to the clitoris is dangerous as it can cause irreversible enlargement, known as clitoromegaly.

#safety

#testosterone

Choose testosterone injections over creams for better results

For women, weekly testosterone injections (5-20mg) are often preferred over creams, as creams have a greater propensity to convert into the side-effect-causing DHT.

#testosterone

#TRT

Stack micro-dosed testosterone injections with scrotal cream for stable hormone levels

For men, stacking micro-dosed testosterone injections with a daily scrotal cream can help maintain stable hormone levels and achieve better results than using cream alone.

#testosterone

#TRT

Utilize natural supplements to manage DHT side effects

Natural supplements like Saw Palmetto and stinging nettles can be used to block DHT conversion and mitigate androgenic side effects like hair loss and acne from testosterone therapy.

#DHT

#supplement

Recognize testosterone as essential for motivation and brain function in women

Testosterone is the 'Get Stuff Done' (GSD) hormone, essential for women's motivation, drive, and brain function, not just for libido.

#cognition

#testosterone

Avoid testosterone pellets due to irreversible risks

Testosterone pellets are a risky delivery method because the dose is irreversible once implanted, potentially causing excessively high hormone levels and severe side effects that must be ridden out.

#side-effects

#testosterone

Aim for total testosterone level above 50 ng/dL for optimal health in women

For optimal health, women should aim for a total testosterone level of 50 ng/dL or above, which is often higher than the cutoff on standard lab reports.

#testosterone

Prescribe Oxandrolone to preserve muscle and bone in menopausal women

The steroid Oxandrolone (Anavar) can be prescribed in low, cycled doses for menopausal women to preserve muscle and bone, especially if they cannot tolerate testosterone therapy.

#menopause

#muscle

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