Join host Maha Corbett and guest Dr Jo Bruce – women's health GP and hormone expert – as they unpack the misunderstood hormone that’s making waves in the wellness world: testosterone.
✓ Why women actually have more testosterone than oestrogen
✓ What testosterone really does in the female body (hint: it’s not just about libido)
✓ Low energy, brain fog and zero joy? Why testosterone might be the missing piece
✓ How to know if testosterone therapy is right for you
✓ The surprising link between hormones, mood, metabolism and muscle
✓ What the science says (and doesn’t say) about side effects and long-term safety
✓ Libido, relationships and the real reason it’s not “just in your head”
✓ Why perimenopause is often misunderstood – and what to do about it
✓ The questions to ask your doctor and how to prepare for your hormone check
✓ Tracking your symptoms: how a simple diary can change everything
Whether you're curious about hormone therapy, struggling with low libido or just feeling “off” – this honest and empowering chat arms you with the expert knowledge you need to advocate for your health and feel like you again.
Mentioned Resources:
Healthy Hormones Symptom Score Sheet
https://www.healthyhormones.au/
Book: Mating in Captivity by Esther Perel
https://www.estherperel.com/books
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🎧 Episode Chapters
00:00 – Testosterone: It’s Not Just for Men
01:00 – Libido, Energy & Feeling “Flat”: What Women Are Missing
03:30 – What Testosterone Does in a Woman’s Body
06:00 – Perimenopause, Mood & Mental Health: It’s All Connected
09:00 – Should You Consider Testosterone Therapy?
11:00 – Side Effects & What the Research Says
13:30 – Weight Gain, Metabolism & Muscle: What’s the Link?
16:00 – Strong Not Skinny: Why Midlife Fitness Needs a Rethink
17:00 – Mood, Libido & the Brain: The Real Connection
20:00 – Relationships, Re-partnering & Sex Drive
23:00 – Myths from Movies, Media & Sex Ed
25:00 – What Happens in a Hormone Appointment
27:00 – Testing, Therapy & What to Track
30:00 – Journalling Your Symptoms & When to Seek Help
33:00 – Supporting Yourself Through the Chaos
34:00 – Trust Your Gut: Final Words from Dr Jo
