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LLA Ep.#232: Dr. Mark Gordon - The Importance of DHEA, Pregnenolone, hormone optimization to combat depression

Jul 9, 2018

Dr. Mark Gordon, hormone optimization expert, discusses the importance of DHEA and pregnenolone for combating depression. Topics include sleep difficulties, thyroid function and depression, glutathione, mineral supplementation, and the benefits of pregnenolone for narcotics and alcohol withdrawal. Also, the significance of estradiol and testosterone for libido, the uselessness of total testosterone, and the importance of hormone optimization for personal happiness.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

The Connection Between Hormones and Depression

01:35 • 3min

Hormone Optimization and Feeling Good

04:06 • 7min

DHA and Pregnenolone for Depression

11:23 • 30min

Effects of Clomid on Pregnant alone, DHA, and Luteinizing Hormone

41:41 • 16min

Hormone Optimization and Gut Health

57:31 • 7min

Discussion on the Use of Anabolic Steroids and ANABAR

01:04:25 • 2min

Chemical Secrets in the Fitness Industry and the 'Alcohol Demon'

01:05:59 • 2min

Optimizing Hormone Levels for Growth and Neural Protection

01:07:39 • 9min

Hormone Optimization and Personal Happiness

01:16:32 • 24min

The Value of Patreon Support and the Balance of Education and Entertainment

01:40:25 • 1min

LLA Ep. #232: LLA Show fan favorite guest, Dr. Mark Gordon, returns to discuss the following:

Dr. Gordon shares his recent trip to Southeast Asia, and talks about the growing demand for hormone optimization in Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia
Dr. Gordon describes his sleep pattern and how having optimized hormones can make getting 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep difficult for him
Dr. Gordon talks the importance of DHEA, melatonin, and addressing inflammation in the brain
What is the relationship between thyroid function and depression
What is the importance of Glutathione
How important is mineral supplementation in terms of hormone optimization
How has pregnenolone been a game changer for Dr. Gordon's patients and how can it help with narcotics and alcohol withdrawal, sleep disorders, as well as helping to address anxiety
What percentage of hormone levels does Dr. Gordon look for in terms of hormone optimization for his patients
When can "thoughts and prayers"actually be beneficial to hormone optimization
Why do men need estradiol and testosterone for optimal libido
Why does Dr. Gordon feel the total testosterone number is worthless and focuses on the free testosterone

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