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#41 - Testosteron - Was stimmt wirklich? Der große Fakten-Check | Prof. Robin Wilkening bei Männergesundheit
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#41 - Testosterone - What's really true? The big fact check | Prof. Robin Wilkening at Men's Health

Dr. Jonathan Apasu

Testosteron Experte von Adon Health

Testosterone – hardly any hormone is as shrouded in myth. Prof. Dr. Robin Wilkening, a qualified expert in the field, explains in conversation with Dr. Jonathan Apasu why testosterone is a valuable biomarker for men's health – but not the whole picture. This episode explores the science behind testosterone levels, debunking myths and understanding how to manage them. It explains why low testosterone is often associated with health problems, but isn't always the cause. We also discuss how lifestyle factors affect hormone balance and when testosterone replacement therapy might be beneficial.

Topics in this episode:

  • Testosterone as an early warning system for men's health
  • The link between testosterone and cardiovascular risk
  • Why stress is the most underestimated risk factor
  • Lifestyle instead of injections? When does alternative therapy make sense?

  • The male lie: Why testosterone is often misunderstood

If you want to know what your testosterone levels really say about your health – listen now! 🎧

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