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#61 - Testosteron verstehen: Ernährung, Gene & Blutwerte | Andreas Scholz bei Männergesundheit
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#61 - Understanding Testosterone: Nutrition, Genes & Blood Levels | Andreas Scholz at Men's Health

Dr. Jonathan Apasu

Testosteron Experte von Adon Health

Andreas Scholz is one of the most renowned experts on hormone-based nutrition in German-speaking countries. In this episode, he speaks with Dr. Jonathan Apasu about testosterone, genetic factors, nutrition, diagnostics, and how it all fits together. It's about more than just a single blood test result: Anyone who truly wants to understand how the male hormonal system works shouldn't miss this episode.

Topics in this episode:

  • Why the total testosterone level alone is not enough
  • SHBG, DHT & Co: An overview of the most important blood values
  • Genetics & Testosterone: What role do your genes play?
  • Nutrition for healthy hormone levels: What really matters
  • Saliva test, blood test & online tools: How to start your hormone journey
  • Testosterone replacement therapy: When it makes sense – and when it doesn't.

If you want to know how to make the most of your hormonal potential – listen now! 🎧

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