Testosterone – a vital hormone, but where is the line between replacement therapy and doping? Dr. Christoph Regalbuto is a physician, bodybuilder, and men's health expert. In this episode, he discusses the importance of testosterone, the risks of improper use, and the correct medical approach to therapy.
Topics in this episode:
- The difference between TRT and doping
- Testosterone deficiency: symptoms and diagnosis
- Why family doctors often can't help
- The role of testosterone in sleep, energy, and libido
- How a testosterone deficiency can be specifically treated
If you want to know how to use testosterone correctly and what its health effects are – be sure to tune in! 🎧
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