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163. Is Low Testosterone to Blame for Your Low Libido, Weight Gain, and Fatigue?
163. Is Low Testosterone to Blame for Your Low Libido, Weight Gain, and Fatigue?
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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Apr 30, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
APRIL GIVEAWAY
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In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses the importance of testosterone in women's health and the symptoms of low testosterone. She explains that low testosterone is not recognized as a diagnosis for women, but it can significantly impact how a woman feels. Dr. Danielle also shares the factors that can contribute to low testosterone, such as hypothyroidism, adrenal dysfunction, aging, and certain medications. She provides tips on how to raise testosterone levels, including getting quality sleep, regulating blood sugar, reducing stress and alcohol, and engaging in strength training. She also mentions foods and nutrients that can help increase testosterone and herbs that can support libido and adrenal health. Lastly, she briefly touches on prescription testosterone as a potential option for hormone replacement therapy.
Takeaways
Low testosterone in women is often overlooked but can significantly impact how a woman feels.
Factors that can contribute to low testosterone include hypothyroidism, adrenal dysfunction, aging, and certain medications.
To raise testosterone levels, focus on getting quality sleep, regulating blood sugar, reducing stress and alcohol, and engaging in strength training.
Foods and nutrients that can help increase testosterone include animal protein, seafood, pomegranate, ginger, leafy greens, onions, Brussels sprouts, and broccoli sprouts.
Herbs such as Damiana, horny goatweed, Tribulus, ginkgo, and ashwagandha can support libido and adrenal health.
Prescription testosterone may be an option for hormone replacement therapy, but it should be considered carefully due to potential side effects.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/danielle-m-desroche/support
To enter: Leave a *written* review for the podcast. Screenshot your review and send to info@drdanielledesroche.com OR @drdanielle.nd.
For a second entry: Share the podcast on Instagram and tag @drdanielle.nd
The winner will be announced May!
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In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses the importance of testosterone in women's health and the symptoms of low testosterone. She explains that low testosterone is not recognized as a diagnosis for women, but it can significantly impact how a woman feels. Dr. Danielle also shares the factors that can contribute to low testosterone, such as hypothyroidism, adrenal dysfunction, aging, and certain medications. She provides tips on how to raise testosterone levels, including getting quality sleep, regulating blood sugar, reducing stress and alcohol, and engaging in strength training. She also mentions foods and nutrients that can help increase testosterone and herbs that can support libido and adrenal health. Lastly, she briefly touches on prescription testosterone as a potential option for hormone replacement therapy.
Takeaways
Low testosterone in women is often overlooked but can significantly impact how a woman feels.
Factors that can contribute to low testosterone include hypothyroidism, adrenal dysfunction, aging, and certain medications.
To raise testosterone levels, focus on getting quality sleep, regulating blood sugar, reducing stress and alcohol, and engaging in strength training.
Foods and nutrients that can help increase testosterone include animal protein, seafood, pomegranate, ginger, leafy greens, onions, Brussels sprouts, and broccoli sprouts.
Herbs such as Damiana, horny goatweed, Tribulus, ginkgo, and ashwagandha can support libido and adrenal health.
Prescription testosterone may be an option for hormone replacement therapy, but it should be considered carefully due to potential side effects.
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Have a topic you want covered? DM me on Instagram @drdanielle.nd
Schedule your strategy call here.
Join the newsletter here!
Fullscript Supplement Dispensary
? Download your free Hormone Balancing Smoothie Recipe
Instagram: @drdanielle.nd
Website: drdanielledesroche.com
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/danielle-m-desroche/support
Released:
Apr 30, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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