In this episode, we welcome Prof. Dr. Alexander Leber, one of the leading experts in internal medicine and cardiology. We discuss the causes and physiology of cardiovascular diseases, as well as treatment options and prevention tips.
Links zum Podcast
Spotify
Apple Music
YouTube
Zusammenhängende Posts
#115 - Longevity & Epigenetik: Was du beeinflussen kannst | Prof. Kleine-Gunk bei Männergesundheit
Wie stark bestimmen unsere Gene wirklich, wie gesund wir altern? Prof. Dr. Bernd Kleine-Gunk erklärt in dieser Episode, warum die DNA zwar weitgehend unverändert bleibt, die Aktivität unserer Gene aber durch die Epigenetik beeinflusst werden kann. Lebensstil, Ernährung, Bewegung, Schlaf und Stress wirken darauf ein, welche genetischen Informationen abgelesen oder blockiert werden.
Learn more
#102 - RED-S: When Your Body Doesn't Get Enough Energy | Timo Tekolf on Men's Health
In this episode of the Men's Health Podcast, Dr. Jonathan Apasu speaks with sports scientist, personal trainer, and certified health coach Timo Tekolf about a highly relevant yet often overlooked topic: RED-S, Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport. This refers to a relative energy deficiency that occurs when the body consistently receives less energy than it needs for daily activities, training, recovery, hormones, the immune system, and basic metabolic processes.
Learn more
#86 - TRT in Detail - Everything You Need to Know! | Max Madsen at Men's Health
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is one of the most discussed and misunderstood topics in modern men's health. In this in-depth podcast episode, physician Jonathan Apasu and bodybuilding coach Max Madsen discuss the medical basics, individual differences, and practical experience gained from thousands of patients and athlete interactions. The central point is the clear distinction that medically indicated testosterone replacement therapy is not doping. The goal is not supraphysiological performance enhancement, but rather the restoration of a healthy physiological hormone balance. This makes it clear that testosterone is far more than just a sex hormone. It influences energy and motivation, muscle and bone health, blood cell production, metabolism, and mental performance. A central theme of the episode is diagnosis. The total testosterone level alone is insufficient for a sound assessment. Free testosterone, SHBG, the conversion to dihydrotestosterone and estrogen, as well as the sensitivity of the androgen receptors, all play a crucial role. Many men exhibit typical symptoms of testosterone deficiency despite normal blood test results, while others feel energetic despite low levels. This makes it clear that the individual optimum testosterone level cannot be determined by a single number. The practical implementation of TRT is also discussed in detail. The frequently recommended injection of testosterone enanthate every 14 days is critically examined, as it can lead to pronounced hormonal fluctuations, side effects, and reduced well-being. Practical experience shows that shorter injection intervals can lead to more stable hormone levels and better tolerability. Furthermore, questions regarding injection sites, application methods, storage of testosterone, alternative preparations such as gel or Nebido, as well as costs and practicality for everyday life are discussed. The bodybuilding context is also openly examined. Long-term steroid abuse, the loss of the body's own testosterone production, and the role of medically supervised testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) as a medically sound solution are discussed in detail. This episode offers one of the most comprehensive German-language analyses of testosterone replacement therapy. It is well-founded, practical, and free of stigmatization, and is aimed at men with symptoms of testosterone deficiency, TRT patients, and anyone who wants to understand how modern men's health is thoughtfully conceived today.
Learn more