I am 55 and have been resistance training for the past 15 years and have not seen any noticeable reduction of muscle loss. I have never checked my testosterone levels but can attest that weight training is crucial as we age to maintain muscle mass. I take one multivitamin per day and no other supplements or performance enhancers. I ensure that I’m getting enough protein in my diet to build muscle and maintain it. If you’re not lifting, please start, as it’s not as intimidating as you might think. There is a way to slow the loss of mass and lifting is a huge factor, in combination with the things Dr Weening and Dr Zalzal discuss in this video. Thanks for all the great contents guys. I appreciate your knowledge.
As orthopedic surgeons, I must commend you on all the many different topics you discuss in your videos, which are apart from orthopedics. It's impressive. You two must put many, many hours into all the research that would be necessary.
Over 65 & am taking 200 ml every 2 weeks.... definitely libido improvement, especially with L- Carnetine...... Work out twice a week... great improvement... Feel years younger...thanks----- you guys ..good info
Guys - another first class video. The striking thing about all these videos is that they are not only informative in an easy to understand presentation, they are highly educational and repeated viewings are an excellent investment of time. I'm a newly minted octogenarian and find myself having to fall back and refresh my memory of my high school biology and chemistry - this is genuinely healthy for the mind (I also recently finished reading Walter Isaacson's biography of Albert Einstein, and would recommend that the reader refresh his/her memory of high school physics for a full appreciation of the book). My hat is off to you both.
Something I rarely hear anyone mention in regards to testosterone is gut microbiome diversity. It seems intuitive to me. A diverse gut microbiome means you have a more diverse diet. A more diverse diet means you're more likely to get your micronutrient needs met, which likely contributes to testosterone production. A healthy diet is a diverse diet just like a healthy stock portfolio is a diverse portfolio. There are more things to worry about than macros and a few micronutrients, and diversity takes care of that.
I worked with a doctor who was self educated in Bio Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy. We had many younger law enforcement patients as well as guys within the fire department agencies. They all were in fabulous shape and yet were complaining of feeling tired, with low libido. Their labs showed testosterone levels of 70 year-olds. We got them on testosterone and they reported feeling a ton better, increased energy, better able to work out and their wives were happy, except one who wanted to fill the syringe with water as she was tired of being chased around the bed every night.
My testosterone has been zero for 8 years due to Androgen Deprivation Therapy as a result of prostate cancer. 🙁 Testosterone is like fertiliser on a garden if you have PCa. I think I would recommend a PCa blood test before taking testosterone supplements.
Very concise and informative, I achieve about 80% of those ways to increase T, they definitely make for a healthy lifestyle. Starting or changing to do these activities is the hardest part, once you have got a routine and established as habits, you feel so much better.
I had testicular cancer when I was 40 years old and had one testicle removed. Approximately 10 years later, I was diagnosed with lower testosterone than someone of my age so I started using testosterone patches. I only used them for a couple of years because I was concerned about side effects over long term usage. Was my concern of long term use justified.
Recently had my testosterone checked, turned out normal. If I stop drinking coffee, I stop doing the standing & walking & the words-putting-into-sentence doing. 😵💫☕ I had an Italian friend that called coffee, 'coff'. Of course whenever he asked anyone; " you wanna go fa coff? " it would raise some eyebrows!
My problem is definitely sleep. I am 65 and I suffer from BPH. Falling asleep is no problem but I'm usually up to urinate 3 to 8 times a night. I never drink anything passed 8 pm but still urinate a lot overnight. Doc gave me a prescription but it gave me blurry vision so I had to stop.
I think my level is okay. On the other topic of plastics in the body, plain old tea bags are dumping micro plastics into you with every sip. I'm not sure if that's bad, but it stays with you. Thanks Docs, I enjoy all of your videos.
I'm 57 and have a few of the symptoms shown in this video. The doctor who fixed my meniscus tear said I'm to only do low-intensity exercises. I refuse to go into a swimming pool. What other exercises can I do to hopefully help resolve a possible low T issue?
My Doctor ignored my issue. I scored 210 and 11 on my blood work. I have low energy low bone density as well as being very moody and taking Tadadafill. I changed my diet and lost 25lb all while lifting weights. One year later i scored 240 and 12 on blood work. I went to Science and Humans who took my issue seriously . Im on 2 packs of Andogel a day and feel great. I will get my blood work done next week wich Im not interested in score when im feeling good!!!
Alcohol seems to be the root of all evil as it does nothing positive to our bodies. Sure I used to drink when I was in my 20's as a lot of people do. Then people at work would occasionally go out for drinks after work. But I haven't had a drink in a very long time because it just doesn't appeal to me anymore. Plus I'm on medication that can't be mixed with alcohol. It's very difficult when you discover that a family member is an alcoholic. I realize a lot of people who are stressed turn to alcohol to relax and unwind from their job. But drinking until they pass out is just masking the problem. I never begrudged anyone drinking until I saw it kill someone close. I think someone should be able to enjoy an occasional drink but unfortunately there's nothing healthy in alcohol. There are a lot of closet alcoholics, ones that will tell you that they're no longer drinking or who have cut it down to once a week. But in reality, it's just part of their daily routine. If you confront someone who constantly drinks, they will deny it or make excuses. You've mentioned not drinking in several of your videos. This is wise advice but it often falls on deaf ears. So when you make a video about alcohol, please remember to include the amount of people who have died from it. Especially the ones who drank themselves to death but also including the accidents caused from driving drunk. I'm writing this now because I'll probably have a problem responding to the actual video. Alcohol has made a hard impact on my family. Plus I don't have anything to say about testosterone. I love how you inform us about so many good things and even give us some laughs! You're a credit to your profession! Thanks for sharing another great video!
My doctor began testing for Testosterone in my annual bloodwork in my 40's. It was low and I've supplemented ever since. I'm now 69 and I supplement it daily. The impact it has on physical strength and endurance is significant. The positive support it provides in general mood and disposition is reason alone to supplement.
I would love to you guys as doctors do a deep dive into alcohol. Even if one person watches it and is saved. I say this because my husband had a heart attack in June of this year and Every Single Doctor repeatedly told him he should never drink again. I heard the word wernacke-korsakoff...he was treated for it but didn't have it...just all to say my husband has been a functional alcoholic his entire life and has not had a drink since his heart attack because the doctors finally got through to him how absolutely dangerous it is. I personally would be interested in listening to you two talk about it because you have facts about what it does to your organs.
I am 55 and have been resistance training for the past 15 years and have not seen any noticeable reduction of muscle loss. I have never checked my testosterone levels but can attest that weight training is crucial as we age to maintain muscle mass. I take one multivitamin per day and no other supplements or performance enhancers. I ensure that I’m getting enough protein in my diet to build muscle and maintain it. If you’re not lifting, please start, as it’s not as intimidating as you might think. There is a way to slow the loss of mass and lifting is a huge factor, in combination with the things Dr Weening and Dr Zalzal discuss in this video. Thanks for all the great contents guys. I appreciate your knowledge.
As orthopedic surgeons, I must commend you on all the many different topics you discuss in your videos, which are apart from orthopedics. It's impressive. You two must put many, many hours into all the research that would be necessary.
Exercise, Sleep, Reduce Stress, Nutrition, Healthy Weight, Avoid Inhibitors such as alcohol and environmental pollutants. You’re Welcome.
Over 65 & am taking 200 ml every 2 weeks.... definitely libido improvement, especially with L- Carnetine...... Work out twice a week... great improvement... Feel years younger...thanks----- you guys ..good info
Love the sense of humor added into these conversations.
Guys - another first class video. The striking thing about all these videos is that they are not only informative in an easy to understand presentation, they are highly educational and repeated viewings are an excellent investment of time. I'm a newly minted octogenarian and find myself having to fall back and refresh my memory of my high school biology and chemistry - this is genuinely healthy for the mind (I also recently finished reading Walter Isaacson's biography of Albert Einstein, and would recommend that the reader refresh his/her memory of high school physics for a full appreciation of the book). My hat is off to you both.
Something I rarely hear anyone mention in regards to testosterone is gut microbiome diversity. It seems intuitive to me. A diverse gut microbiome means you have a more diverse diet. A more diverse diet means you're more likely to get your micronutrient needs met, which likely contributes to testosterone production. A healthy diet is a diverse diet just like a healthy stock portfolio is a diverse portfolio. There are more things to worry about than macros and a few micronutrients, and diversity takes care of that.
I worked with a doctor who was self educated in Bio Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy. We had many younger law enforcement patients as well as guys within the fire department agencies. They all were in fabulous shape and yet were complaining of feeling tired, with low libido. Their labs showed testosterone levels of 70 year-olds.
We got them on testosterone and they reported feeling a ton better, increased energy, better able to work out and their wives were happy, except one who wanted to fill the syringe with water as she was tired of being chased around the bed every night.
My testosterone has been zero for 8 years due to Androgen Deprivation Therapy as a result of prostate cancer. 🙁 Testosterone is like fertiliser on a garden if you have PCa. I think I would recommend a PCa blood test before taking testosterone supplements.
Very concise and informative, I achieve about 80% of those ways to increase T, they definitely make for a healthy lifestyle. Starting or changing to do these activities is the hardest part, once you have got a routine and established as habits, you feel so much better.
Just love your synchronous swimming, pardon, talking. It's so enjoyable and stress-free...
I had testicular cancer when I was 40 years old and had one testicle removed. Approximately 10 years later, I was diagnosed with lower testosterone than someone of my age so I started using testosterone patches. I only used them for a couple of years because I was concerned about side effects over long term usage. Was my concern of long term use justified.
Recently had my testosterone checked, turned out normal. If I stop drinking coffee, I stop doing the standing & walking & the words-putting-into-sentence doing. 😵💫☕ I had an Italian friend that called coffee, 'coff'. Of course whenever he asked anyone; " you wanna go fa coff? " it would raise some eyebrows!
Thank you for making these videos!
At 56 I like my hair still, so still trying Naturally first.... Weights, supplements, Diet, etc🏋♂️🏃♂️.
Well another great and informative health video - with the needed humor. Thanks again, from TX...
Great episode!!!! Have a great weekend!
My problem is definitely sleep. I am 65 and I suffer from BPH. Falling asleep is no problem but I'm usually up to urinate 3 to 8 times a night. I never drink anything passed 8 pm but still urinate a lot overnight. Doc gave me a prescription but it gave me blurry vision so I had to stop.
Great stuff docs.
Thanks!
I would be interested in your thoughts on testosterone treatment after prostate cancer.
Thank you
I think my level is okay. On the other topic of plastics in the body, plain old tea bags are dumping micro plastics into you with every sip. I'm not sure if that's bad, but it stays with you. Thanks Docs, I enjoy all of your videos.
What about DHT and Prostate health?
Is testosterone replacement therapy also good for post-menopausal women? If so, what are the potential pros and cons?
I'm 57 and have a few of the symptoms shown in this video. The doctor who fixed my meniscus tear said I'm to only do low-intensity exercises. I refuse to go into a swimming pool. What other exercises can I do to hopefully help resolve a possible low T issue?
A nice negligee helps production :)
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My Doctor ignored my issue. I scored 210 and 11 on my blood work. I have low energy low bone density as well as being very moody and taking Tadadafill. I changed my diet and lost 25lb all while lifting weights. One year later i scored 240 and 12 on blood work. I went to Science and Humans who took my issue seriously . Im on 2 packs of Andogel a day and feel great. I will get my blood work done next week wich Im not interested in score when im feeling good!!!
But in the past you mentioned that both soy and flax seed dent testosterone?
Alcohol is a definite NO! And that might be my entire problem.
I pity the fool who doesn’t watch Talking With Docs! 😱
What about vitamin S? I have heard that can help.
Alcohol seems to be the root of all evil as it does nothing positive to our bodies.
Sure I used to drink when I was in my 20's as a lot of people do. Then people at work would occasionally go out for drinks after work.
But I haven't had a drink in a very long time because it just doesn't appeal to me anymore. Plus I'm on medication that can't be mixed with alcohol.
It's very difficult when you discover that a family member is an alcoholic.
I realize a lot of people who are stressed turn to alcohol to relax and unwind from their job. But drinking until they pass out is just masking the problem.
I never begrudged anyone drinking until I saw it kill someone close.
I think someone should be able to enjoy an occasional drink but unfortunately there's nothing healthy in alcohol.
There are a lot of closet alcoholics, ones that will tell you that they're no longer drinking or who have cut it down to once a week. But in reality, it's just part of their daily routine.
If you confront someone who constantly drinks, they will deny it or make excuses.
You've mentioned not drinking in several of your videos. This is wise advice but it often falls on deaf ears.
So when you make a video about alcohol, please remember to include the amount of people who have died from it. Especially the ones who drank themselves to death but also including the accidents caused from driving drunk.
I'm writing this now because I'll probably have a problem responding to the actual video. Alcohol has made a hard impact on my family.
Plus I don't have anything to say about testosterone.
I love how you inform us about so many good things and even give us some laughs! You're a credit to your profession!
Thanks for sharing another great video!
My doctor began testing for Testosterone in my annual bloodwork in my 40's. It was low and I've supplemented ever since. I'm now 69 and I supplement it daily. The impact it has on physical strength and endurance is significant. The positive support it provides in general mood and disposition is reason alone to supplement.
Do men have high testosterone levels likely loose their hair?
Does that mean that if women want more estrogen, that they should carry some weight?
But kale, amiright?
As no one that knows anything on anything on this.... Drink less alcohol. It's rough, but the doctor haters don't lie?!?
I would love to you guys as doctors do a deep dive into alcohol. Even if one person watches it and is saved. I say this because my husband had a heart attack in June of this year and Every Single Doctor repeatedly told him he should never drink again. I heard the word wernacke-korsakoff...he was treated for it but didn't have it...just all to say my husband has been a functional alcoholic his entire life and has not had a drink since his heart attack because the doctors finally got through to him how absolutely dangerous it is. I personally would be interested in listening to you two talk about it because you have facts about what it does to your organs.
It is high on our list to do